Orioles’ Tomoyuki Sugano Exits MLB Debut Early Due to Hand Injury

The Japanese star pitcher allowed two runs in four innings before leaving the game, as the Orioles trailed the Blue Jays 2-1.

Tomoyuki Sugano, making his MLB debut for the Baltimore Orioles, exited after four innings with a hand injury during Sunday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays.
Sugano allowed two runs on four hits, two walks, and recorded one strikeout over 73 pitches before being replaced by Matt Bowman.
The Orioles trailed 2-1 at the time of Sugano's departure, putting him in line for a potential loss in his first MLB appearance.
Sugano's debut follows a decorated career in Japan's Central League and a $13 million contract signed with the Orioles in December 2024.
The Blue Jays, dealing with pitching challenges including Max Scherzer's injury, relied on Chris Bassitt to start Sunday's game.