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Orioles Slug Back-to-Back Homers to Edge Past Athletics
9 Aug
Summary
- Rutschman and Mountcastle hit consecutive home runs in 1st inning
- Sugano pitches 7 strong innings for Orioles
- Athletics rally late but fall short in 3-2 loss

On August 4th, 2025, the Baltimore Orioles edged past the Oakland Athletics in a close 3-2 victory. The game was highlighted by a pair of back-to-back home runs in the first inning from Orioles stars Adley Rutschman and Ryan Mountcastle.
Rookie pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano, a 35-year-old from Japan, delivered an impressive performance for the Orioles, allowing just one run and five hits over seven innings. Yennier Cano and Keegan Akin combined to close out the game, with Akin earning his second save.
The Athletics made a late push, with Nick Kurtz scoring on a two-out single by Tyler Soderstrom in the eighth inning to make it a one-run game. However, the Orioles' pitching held firm, securing the victory.
Mountcastle's home run came in his first game back from the injured list, providing a much-needed boost for the Orioles' offense. The win marks Baltimore's second straight victory, as they continue to battle for a playoff spot in the American League.