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Orioles Surge Past Red Sox in Tight AL East Matchup
19 Aug
Summary
- Orioles defeat Red Sox 6-3 in series opener
- Baltimore on 5-1 run, winning 4 of last 6 by 2+ runs
- Boston drops back-to-back games after recent 3-game skid
As of August 19, 2025, the Baltimore Orioles have surged past the Boston Red Sox in a key American League East matchup. The Orioles, who currently sit at 57-67, defeated the Red Sox 6-3 in the series opener on Monday night.
Baltimore has been on a hot streak, winning 5 of their last 6 games. Notably, the Orioles have won 4 of those 6 games by 2 or more runs, with their lone loss coming in a narrow 5-4 defeat against the Houston Astros.
On the other hand, the Red Sox, who hold a 68-57 record, have now dropped back-to-back games. This comes just six games after they broke a three-game losing skid, indicating a recent inconsistency in their performance.
The series opener featured a pitching matchup between Tomoyuki Sugano of the Orioles and Walker Buehler of the Red Sox. Despite the star power on the mound, it was the Orioles who emerged victorious, showcasing their resilience and determination in this tight AL East clash.
