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Orioles Defeat Red Sox 8-5 in Home Opener After Splitting Series with Blue Jays

Baltimore's offense shines at Camden Yards following a mixed start to the season, with pitching depth and consistency remaining key concerns.

Orioles’ Tyler O’Neill singles to drive in Jordan Westburg against the Red Sox in the first inning of the 2025 season home opening day at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. (Kenneth K. Lam/Staff)
Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander (25) hits an RBI single against the Baltimore Orioles in the first inning of Toronto's 9-5 loss on Saturday, March 29, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christopher Katsarov
Baltimore Orioles pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano winds up to throw during first-inning baseball game action against the Toronto Blue Jays in Toronto, Sunday, March 30, 2025. (Christopher Katsarov/The Canadian Press via AP)
Baltimore Orioles pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano throws during first-inning baseball game action against the Toronto Blue Jays in Toronto, Sunday, March 30, 2025. (Christopher Katsarov/The Canadian Press via AP)

Overview

  • The Orioles opened their home schedule with an 8-5 victory over the Red Sox, powered by a 15-hit performance and strong bullpen contributions.
  • Baltimore split their season-opening series with Toronto, with Tomoyuki Sugano exiting his MLB debut early due to cramping but expected to make his next start.
  • Sugano allowed two runs in four innings during his debut, while George Springer and Tyler Heineman led the Blue Jays to a 3-1 win in the series finale.
  • Injuries continue to challenge the Orioles' pitching staff, with Albert Suárez placed on the injured list due to shoulder inflammation.
  • Baltimore's offense has shown significant potential, with key contributions from Jordan Westburg, Cedric Mullins, and Ryan O’Hearn early in the season.