Orioles seek series sweep against Athletics at Sutter Health Park

The Baltimore Orioles aim to complete a three-game series sweep of the Athletics this afternoon at Sutter Health Park. Baltimore enters the contest following back-to-back victories in the first two games of the series in Sacramento. Righthander Chris Bassitt is scheduled to take the mound for the Orioles, while the Athletics plan to start lefthander Jeffrey Springs. The Orioles adjusted their lineup for the final game, with Blaze Alexander returning to second base and Pete Alonso stepping into the designated hitter role. Jackson Holliday is slated to begin the game on the bench. Baltimore currently holds a series lead and can move within one game of a.500 record with a win today. The outcome remains important as the team pushes for playoff contention in the final stretch of the season.

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