Overview

• Baltimore erupted for a 16-4 rout in the first game, with Ramón Urías hitting two homers and Tyler O’Neill extending his home run streak to four games.
• Toronto avoided a sweep by overcoming an early deficit in game two, capped by Nathan Lukes’s three-run homer in a 9-8 victory.
• Between games, Baltimore traded reliever Seranthony Domínguez to Toronto, where his 3.24 ERA in 43 relief appearances adds depth to the Blue Jays’ bullpen.
• On Thursday, the Astros officially acquired Ramón Urías from Baltimore, aiming to shore up an infield weakened by injuries to key starters.
• These moves highlight Baltimore’s offensive showcase against the AL East leader and contenders’ push to address roster gaps before the July 31 deadline.