Orioles rally falls short, lose to Reds 3-2 in series finale
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 8:05 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
The Baltimore Orioles were edged by the Cincinnati Reds 3-2 in their series finale on July 5, 2026. Starter Kyle Bradish pitched effectively, retiring the first 12 batters faced before allowing a two-run home run to Spencer Steer. The Orioles trailed 3-1 heading into the ninth inning but mounted a late rally. After loading the bases, they managed to score one run before Adley Rutschman flew out to end the game. This marks the Orioles’ seventh opportunity without securing a four-game win streak this year.
- •Kyle Bradish threw four perfect innings to start the game.
- •Spencer Steer hit a two-run homer in the fifth inning.
- •Orioles scored one run in a ninth-inning rally.
- •Dylan Beavers and Jackson Holliday both walked to load the bases.
- •The loss is the Orioles' seventh missed chance for a four-game win streak this season.
- 8:05 PMYahoo Sports — Orioles fail to sweep Reds, drop finale 3-2
"For the seventh time this year, the O’s failed to win with a chance at a four-game win streak.
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