Orioles sweep Astros, extend winning streak to seven games
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 9:33 PM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
The Baltimore Orioles secured a 5-2 victory over the Houston Astros on July 19, 2026, marking their seventh consecutive win. Starting pitcher Brandon Young delivered a strong performance, throwing seven innings with one run allowed. Despite losing catcher Samuel Basallo to a shoulder injury in the second inning, the Orioles managed to take a commanding lead with a four-run fifth inning. Coby Mayo contributed with a solo home run, while Grant Wolfram secured his first career save. The Orioles improved to 49-51 with the win and will face the Boston Red Sox next, a team currently on a 13-game winning streak.
- •Brandon Young pitched seven innings, allowing one run and striking out seven.
- •Coby Mayo hit a solo home run in the sixth inning.
- •Samuel Basallo left the game due to right shoulder discomfort.
- •Grant Wolfram recorded his first career save.
- •Orioles face the Boston Red Sox next, who have won 13 straight.
- 9:33 PMYahoo Sports — Orioles complete sweep, win seventh straight with 5-2 victory in Houston
"The Orioles won their seventh straight game despite losing catcher Samuel Basallo to injury.
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