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Can Orioles' Gunnar Henderson Outshine Red Sox at Fenway Park?

First Inning


As the Orioles prepare to face off against the Red Sox at Fenway Park, all eyes will be on Gunnar Henderson, the standout shortstop for the O's. Over the past three games, Henderson has consistently demonstrated his prowess both in the field and at bat. His fielding percentage stands at a perfect 100 percent, showcasing his reliability on defense. Offensively, he has maintained an impressive batting average of .217 with an on-base percentage of .333. Notably, in the game against the Brewers on May 21st, Henderson delivered a remarkable performance with a batting average of .400 and an OPS of .900. This consistency makes him a key player to watch as he steps up to challenge Boston's pitching.


Mar 17, 2025; Fort Myers, Florida, USA; Baltimore Orioles Livan Soto (73) just misses the tag for the out on Boston Red Sox Jarren Duran (16) in the second inning at JetBlue Park at Fenway South. Mandatory Credit: Chris Tilley-Imagn Images

On the other side, the Red Sox have their own stars ready to shine. Alex Bregman has been a force to reckon with, maintaining a solid batting average of .222 over his last three games. His ability to get on base and create scoring opportunities will be crucial for Boston's offensive strategy.


Middle Innings


The middle innings could see some intense action from both teams' pitching staff. For Baltimore, Tomoyuki Sugano stands out with an ERA of 3.0 and WHIP of 1.0 over his recent outings. His control and ability to limit walks make him a formidable opponent for any lineup.


Mar 17, 2025; Fort Myers, Florida, USA; Boston Red Sox Alex Bregman (2) connects with the ball in the first inning against the Baltimore Orioles at JetBlue Park at Fenway South. Mandatory Credit: Chris Tilley-Imagn Images

Meanwhile, Boston's Garrett Crochet has shown exceptional skill on the mound with an ERA of 1.688 and WHIP of 1.125 in his last appearance against the Mets on May 21st. His knack for striking out batters (8 strikeouts per nine innings) could pose challenges for Baltimore's hitters.


Late Innings


As we approach the late innings, clutch performances from key players will be essential in determining the outcome of this matchup. Ramón Urías is another player who could make a significant impact for Baltimore; his consistent fielding and timely hitting have been vital in previous games.


Mar 17, 2025; Fort Myers, Florida, USA; Boson Red Sox pitcher Tanner Houch (89) in the first inning against Baltimore Orioles at JetBlue Park at Fenway South. Mandatory Credit: Chris Tilley-Imagn Images

For Boston, Jarren Duran has proven himself as a reliable contributor with a batting average of .278 across recent games and an OPS that peaked at 1.75 during their series against New York Mets.


With both teams boasting strong lineups and talented pitchers ready to take charge under pressure situations – this game promises excitement until its final pitch!


Fans can catch all live-action when these two powerhouse teams collide at Fenway Park in Boston on May 25th at 1:35 PM EDT broadcasted via MASN network! Don't miss out – share your thoughts about who you think will come out victorious using #OriolesVsRedSox!

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