Orioles secure win against Angels in first game post-Rutschman trade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 1:15 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
The Baltimore Orioles beat the Los Angeles Angels 3-1 on August 4, marking an emotional start to the final 50 games of the season following the trade of catcher Adley Rutschman. Pitcher Cade Povich excelled, throwing six scoreless innings and striking out seven. New players Carlos Narváez and Christian Franklin made their debuts, contributing to the team's offensive efforts. The Orioles took a commanding lead with a three-run offensive push in the third inning and maintained control despite a late Angels' threat. Tyler O’Neill’s pinch-hit home run restored a two-run advantage late in the game. The Orioles look to build on this win against the struggling Angels in upcoming contests.
- •Baltimore snaps a losing streak after trading Adley Rutschman.
- •Cade Povich strikes out seven in six stunning innings.
- •Christian Franklin and Carlos Narváez make MLB debuts.
- •Orioles scored three runs in the third inning.
- •Tyler O’Neill hit a late home run to seal the game.
- 1:15 AMYahoo Sports — Orioles usher in post-Adley Rutschman era with 3-1 win over Angels
"BALTIMORE — Twenty-four hours after trading away franchise face Adley Rutschman, the Orioles had a choice. They could let the emotions of Monday’s trade deadline linger. Or they could turn the page. They chose the latter, defeating the Angels, 3-1, to begin the final 50 games of the season with a much-needed win. Left-hander Cade Povich, recalled Tuesday to fill the rotation spot vacated when ...
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