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Orioles Overpower Tigers in a 4-2 Victory, Showcasing Stellar Pitching and Hitting

The Baltimore Orioles have once again proven their mettle in a recent face-off against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park, securing a 4-2 victory. This win brings the Orioles' season record to an impressive 84-65, while the Tigers now stand at 76-73. The game was marked by strategic plays and standout performances from both teams, with the Orioles demonstrating superior pitching and timely hitting.


Sep 11, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles center fielder Cedric Mullins (31) slides into third base during the second inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Key Performances on the Mound


The Orioles' pitching staff was nothing short of remarkable, with starter Corbin Burnes leading the charge. Burnes delivered an exceptional performance over seven innings, holding the Tigers to just two hits and no runs. His ERA remains stellar at 0.0 for this game, complemented by a WHIP of only 0.4286 and striking out nine batters per nine innings pitched. The bullpen saw mixed results; Seranthony Domínguez struggled slightly with an ERA of 18.0 but managed to strike out nine per nine innings as well.


At Bat: Orioles Shine


On offense, Gunnar Henderson and Cedric Mullins were pivotal for the Orioles. Henderson's batting average soared to .667 for this game, including a slugging percentage of 2.0 which contributed significantly to his OPS of 2.75 after hitting three home runs in as many at-bats—a testament to his power-hitting capabilities this season.


Mullins also impressed with an average of .667 and slugging percentage of .667 for an OPS of 1.417 across three at-bats.


Livan Soto added depth to the lineup with a .500 batting average and an OPS of 1.25.


The team collectively amassed eight hits throughout the game but truly capitalized in the seventh inning where they scored three runs off two hits—highlighting their ability to clutch hit under pressure.


Looking Ahead


Fans can look forward to more action as the Baltimore Orioles are set to face off against Detroit Tigers once again at Comerica Park on September 15th at 12:10 PM EDT. This upcoming match promises another exciting chapter in this competitive series between these two teams.


Supporters unable to attend can catch all live-action broadcasts on BSDET network ensuring they don't miss any part of what is shaping up to be another compelling contest between these rivals.

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