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Sugano’s Struggles Highlight Orioles’ Pitching Crisis

Sugano’s 8.87 ERA since early June has undermined Baltimore’s rotation.

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Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano reacts after giving up a single to Texas Rangers' Adolis García during the third inning of a baseball game Wednesday, July 2, 2025, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
Baltimore Orioles pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano (19) walks off the mound after allowing a hit to the Texas Rangers’ Jonah Heim during the fifth inning at Globe Life Field on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, in Arlington, Texas. (Sam Hodde/Getty Images/TNS)

Overview

  • Sugano has posted an 8.87 ERA since June 6, failing to complete five innings in his last five starts and allowing a career-high 10 hits in his most recent outing.
  • Opponents have hit at least one home run against Sugano in four consecutive starts, contributing to 18 total long balls allowed across 17 appearances.
  • Baltimore’s offense has been blanked nine times this season, surpassing its 2024 total and intensifying pressure on the pitching staff.
  • The Orioles placed Keegan Akin on the 15-day injured list, designated Matt Bowman for assignment, recalled Yennier Cano and debuted reliever Corbin Martin from Triple-A Norfolk.
  • Jordan Westburg and Tyler O’Neill are expected to return soon to bolster a sputtering lineup.