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Orioles Fall to Nationals 4-3 After Ninth-Inning Collapse

Baltimore's struggles deepen as defensive errors and missed opportunities with runners in scoring position extend their losing streak to four games.

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Dark clouds gather as rain pours down at Camden Yards ahead of the Orioles' game against the Nationals on Friday, May 16, 2025. (Jacob Calvin Meyer/Staff)
Baltimore Orioles' Ramon Laureano hits a single during the first inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Friday, May 16, 2025, in Baltimore (AP Photo/Daniel Kucin Jr.)
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Overview

  • The Orioles outhit the Nationals 14-5 but left 15 runners stranded, going 4-for-15 with runners in scoring position.
  • Félix Bautista's ninth-inning overthrow allowed José Tena to score the decisive run for Washington after Nasim Nuñez beat a play at first base.
  • James Wood tied the game in the eighth inning with a solo home run off Keegan Akin, his 12th of the season.
  • Baltimore's record dropped to 15-28 after their fourth consecutive loss, continuing a challenging stretch marked by weather delays and inconsistent play.
  • Despite strong individual performances from Ramón Laureano (4 hits) and Adley Rutschman (3 hits), the Orioles failed to capitalize on key scoring opportunities.