Orioles hold on for win after blowing seven-run lead against Cardinals

The Baltimore Orioles narrowly defeated the St. Louis Cardinals on August 26, 2026, after relinquishing a seven-run lead. Christian Encarnacion-Strand’s tie-breaking double in the ninth inning helped secure the victory following a fifth-inning meltdown by Kyle Bradish, who had allowed seven runs. The bullpen contributed effectively, delivering 4.2 innings of scoreless relief. The win maintains the Orioles’ position in the wild card race, trailing the Cleveland Guardians by 2.5 games. As they continue their road trip, the Orioles aim for a consistent stretch of wins to enhance their playoff chances.

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