The Orioles signed Kyle Gibson for outings like this. Gibson, well aware of the current state of Baltimore’s bullpen, stepped up and ate seven solid innings against the Guardians. Adley Rutschman doubled twice and worked two of Baltimore’s eight walks at the plate.
The patient Orioles grabbed an early lead, managed to avoid any late-inning theatrics, and took another significant step toward a division title with a 5-1 win at Progressive Field.
The Orioles took control of the game with three runs in the second inning. Cleveland starter Triston McKenzie struggled to find the strike zone, and Baltimore maxed out its opportunities with a patient approach.