Shane Baz and Ranger Suarez prepare for Orioles and Red Sox matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 10:30 PM
Last updated Sep 4, 2026

The Baltimore Orioles face the Boston Red Sox tonight with Shane Baz taking the mound for Baltimore. Baz seeks another victory following his recent performance, while the Red Sox counter with Ranger Suarez, who holds a 3.64 ERA through 24 starts this season. The Orioles bullpen remains under scrutiny after recent losses, specifically concerning the usage of rookie Luis De León in high-leverage situations. Questions persist regarding the team's roster management, including the decision to keep Samuel Basallo out of the starting lineup for the second consecutive night against a lefty starter. Carlos Narváez is set to catch, despite recent struggles at the plate. Both teams have finalized their lineups for the contest as they look to move past recent outcomes.
- •Shane Baz makes the start for the Orioles against Ranger Suarez of the Red Sox.
- •The Orioles bullpen faces criticism following recent losses involving relief appearances by Luis De León.
- •Samuel Basallo is absent from the starting lineup for the second straight game.
- •Carlos Narváez is slated to start at catcher for Baltimore.
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