Baltimore Orioles struggle with starting pitching against Cardinals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 5:39 AM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
The Baltimore Orioles faced the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday, looking to complete a three-game sweep. However, starting pitcher Trevor Rogers allowed six earned runs in five innings, including two home runs, leading to an early deficit. This marked Rogers' fifth consecutive start yielding a home run, raising concerns about the team's starting pitching consistency as they aim for playoff contention. Rogers acknowledged the challenge of limiting home runs and expressed a desire to keep the ball on the ground more often. The Orioles currently own one of the lowest starter ERAs in the American League, presenting a significant hurdle in their late-season playoff push.
- •Trevor Rogers pitched five innings, allowing six earned runs against the Cardinals.
- •Rogers has allowed a home run in five straight starts.
- •Baltimore is aiming to snap a streak of four series finale losses.
- •The team has one of the lowest starter ERAs in the AL.
- •Rogers noted the need for adjustments to limit home runs.
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