Samuel Basallo hits eighth-inning homer to secure win for Orioles
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Last updated Jul 11, 2026
On July 10, 2026, Samuel Basallo hit a two-run home run in the eighth inning, helping the Baltimore Orioles secure a 5-3 lead over the Kansas City Royals at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. The Orioles started strong early but were tied before Basallo's late-game heroics. Brandon Young pitched seven solid innings, allowing three runs before being relieved. The victory marked an exciting start to the weekend series for the Orioles.
- •Basallo homered to break a tie in the eighth inning.
- •Brandon Young pitched 7 innings, allowing 3 runs.
- •Orioles scored first with runs in the second inning.
- •Royals tied the game in the fourth with a home run.
- •The game was part of a weekend series at Camden Yards.
- 2:00 AMYahoo Sports — Samuel Basallo leads Orioles to victory with 8th inning homer
"Nothing like a late-inning comeback to kick off the weekend
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