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Morton Shines in Atlanta Return as Orioles Defeat Braves 3-2

His season turnaround, highlighted by a 2.97 ERA over 36⅓ innings since May 26, has positioned him as a prime trade-deadline asset.

Baltimore Orioles pitcher Charlie Morton delivers in the first inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves, Friday, July 4, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Colin Hubbard)
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Overview

  • In his first return to Truist Park, Morton allowed two runs over 5⅓ innings and improved to 5-0 in 10 appearances since May 10.
  • Since rejoining Baltimore’s rotation on May 26, he has posted a 2.97 ERA across 36⅓ innings in seven starts.
  • Jordan Westburg hit a solo home run and finished with three hits after returning from a left index finger sprain.
  • Cedric Mullins added a two-run 13th homer and Tyler O’Neill recorded a single and a walk in his first game off the injured list.
  • The 41-year-old’s strong stretch and expiring one-year contract have fueled speculation he could be Baltimore’s top trade chip before the July 31 deadline.