Orioles take down Mariners with efficient night at the plate

Published: Friday, June 12, 2026 at 2:27 am

Orioles Secure Series Split with 7-5 Victory Over Mariners

The Baltimore Orioles concluded their four-game series against the Seattle Mariners with a hard-fought 7-5 win on Thursday night, securing a split of the set. The victory extended the Orioles' current winning streak to two games, following a recent four-game skid.

The Orioles' offense proved efficient, generating their seven hits into seven runs. Adley Rutschman was a key contributor, driving in three runs with two crucial hits, including a two-run double in a pivotal six-run third inning. This marked Rutschman's return to the series after a brief absence due to a hamstring issue. Colton Cowser also made an impact, launching his seventh home run of the season to tie the game in the third inning, and was the first Orioles batter to reach base. Pete Alonso added to the offensive surge with a two-run shot in the same inning.

The Mariners showed flashes of their own power. Cole Young opened the scoring with his fifth home run of the season on the third pitch of the game. Young finished the night with three hits. Seattle also saw back-to-back home runs from Luke Raley and Dominic Canzone, and Julio Rodriguez contributed two hits, including a run-scoring single that narrowed the deficit.

On the pitching front, Tyler Wells earned the win for the Orioles with three innings of hitless relief. Andrew Kittredge closed out the game in the ninth for his first save of the season. Both starting pitchers had challenging outings. Seattle's Bryan Woo surrendered seven runs on seven hits over five innings. Orioles starter Kyle Bradish was charged with five runs on seven hits in four innings, matching his season low for innings pitched.

The Mariners attempted a late rally, putting two runners on base with two outs in the eighth inning, but reliever Grant Wolfram entered the game and ended the threat with a groundout. Rutschman's single in the fifth inning ultimately provided the Orioles with their final margin of victory.

BNN's Perspective: This was a game that showcased the resilience of the Orioles, who managed to overcome an early deficit and capitalize on key offensive opportunities. While both starting pitchers struggled, the Orioles' bullpen ultimately provided the stability needed to secure the win. The Mariners demonstrated their power, but couldn't sustain their offensive momentum to complete the comeback. The series split reflects the competitive nature of these two teams.

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