Cubs earn 5-2 win over Orioles in series opener at Camden Yards
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 2:57 AM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
The Chicago Cubs defeated the Baltimore Orioles 5-2 during the first game of a six-game homestand at Camden Yards on July 7. Shane Baz allowed three earned runs over six innings for the Orioles, while Matthew Boyd pitched six scoreless innings for the Cubs. Baltimore struggled offensively, leaving numerous runners stranded throughout the game, and remains 10-17 against left-handed starters this season. Despite a late rally in the seventh inning, the Orioles could not capitalize, failing to score thereafter. The loss marks Baltimore's second consecutive defeat as they head into the All-Star break.
- •Cubs win 5-2 against Orioles in series opener on July 7.
- •Shane Baz pitched six innings, giving up three runs.
- •Matthew Boyd threw six scoreless innings for the Cubs.
- •Baltimore finished 1-for-9 with runners in scoring position.
- •Orioles have a 10-17 record against left-handed starting pitchers.
- 2:57 AMYahoo Sports — Orioles’ familiar issues resurface in 5-2 series-opening loss to Cubs
"BALTIMORE — It was one of those nights for the Orioles. The visiting Chicago fans seemed to take over Camden Yards, with a sea of blue jerseys and shirts lining the third base side and behind the visitors’ dugout. At every opportunity, they produced the loudest reactions of the night. The Orioles, to be fair, didn’t give the home crowd much to cheer about. Baltimore fell, 5-2, to the Cubs in ...
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