The Baltimore Orioles delivered a commanding performance in Sunday’s rubber match against the Los Angeles Dodgers, securing a 12-1 victory at Oriole Park. The Orioles struck early and often, scoring in each of the first five innings and compiling a total of 15 hits, including four home runs, to overpower a strong Dodgers lineup.

Starting pitcher Brandon Young provided a steady presence on the mound, allowing just one run over five innings. Young gave up five hits and recorded five strikeouts, limiting the Dodgers’ offense and setting the tone for Baltimore’s dominant day. The Orioles’ bullpen maintained the momentum, with relievers Grant Wolfram and Keegan Akin combining for four scoreless innings to close out the game.

Offensively, Colton Cowser paced the Orioles with three RBIs, highlighted by a solo home run that energized the team early. First baseman Pete Alonso contributed significantly with a three-run homer, while Blaze Alexander extended the lead with a two-run home run in the eighth inning.

The Orioles’ consistent hitting and effective pitching helped them put distance between themselves and the Dodgers, who managed just one run on the day. This decisive win may prove pivotal for Baltimore as they look to climb back to a .500 record following a recent string of losses.