Orioles Suffer Humiliating Four-Game Sweep at Yankees, Lose 12-1 in Final Game The Baltimore Orioles endured their most crushing defeat of the 2026 season on May 5, 2026, as the New York Yankees completed a four-game sweep with a 12-1 thrashing at Yankee Stadium. The loss marked the culmination of a series in which the Orioles were outscored by at least five runs in every game, failed to hold a lead at any point, and were outclassed in every facet of the game. The Yankees’ dominance was epitomized by Aaron Judge’s first-inning two-run home run, which set the tone for a performance that left the Orioles’ fans in disbelief. The series began with the Yankees taking control early, and the Orioles’ struggles were evident from the outset. In the first inning, Trent Grisham led off with a double, setting the stage for Judge’s towering two-run homer to right-center. The call on the pitch drew criticism, as Judge’s 2-2 offering was clearly in the strike zone, and Adley Rutschman’s failure to challenge the umpire’s call left the Yankees with a 2-0 lead. The Orioles’ pitching staff, led by Shane Baz, struggled to contain the Yankees’ offense. Baz, making his seventh start of the season, labored through 5.2 innings, surrendering six runs (five earned) and issuing a season-high five walks. His ERA of 4.99 has raised questions about whether the Orioles traded for a true ace. The Orioles’ defense compounded their woes with a series of costly errors. In the third inning, Leody Taveras’ failed throw from center field allowed Grisham to advance to third, and Gunnar Henderson’s inability to corral the ball led to a run. The team’s inability to convert opportunities was glaring, as they went 0-for-6 with runners in scoring position.#new_york_yankees #aaron_judge #baltimore_orioles #shane_baz #adley_rutschman
Brice Matthews Has First Career Three-Hit Game in Astros' Loss to Orioles Brice Matthews, a 24-year-old rookie, recorded his first career three-hit game during the Astros’ 5-3 loss to the Orioles on Tuesday night. The performance, which included two RBIs, brought him closer to a cycle as he went triple shy of the feat. His batting average increased by more than 50 points following the game. Matthews’ game began with a home run in the fifth inning against Orioles starter Shane Baz. The ball, hit with an exit velocity of 109.7 mph, cleared the wall at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. “It felt really good,” Matthews said. “Just trying to put the bat on the ball more. Not trying to do too much. I feel like if I hit the ball on the barrel, the ball is going to go. So just trying to simplify and just shorten up and keep it easy.” The home run was the first of six extra-base hits Matthews has recorded this season. His three-hit game, which also included a double and a triple, marked a notable step in his development. Matthews emphasized that the outcome was not a surprise, as he has long believed in his ability to perform at the highest level. “This was something I always thought I could do,” he said. “It wasn’t like a surprise for me. I know I have the capability. I feel like I could do that each and every night, but baseball, it’s not going to go your way each and every night.” Astros manager Joe Espada praised Matthews’ approach, noting that his ability to hit the ball squarely has made him an exciting player to watch. “When he finds barrel to ball, he’s exciting to watch,” Espada said. “He’s a very explosive player. He can change outcomes of the game when he learns to be more consistent making contact.” Despite Matthews’ strong performance, the Astros struggled to capitalize on his efforts.#astros #camden_yards #brice_matthews #orioles #shane_baz
