One day after the Orioles scored a dozen runs in a shutout in Houston and celebrated the infusion of young prospect talent and energy on the roster, Jordan Westburg limped off the field and reminded everyone that the 2025 season is a cruel mistress.

BOSTON — Adley Rutschman had never been on the injured list before this season. After ending that streak with a five-week stint caused by a left oblique strain in June, the Orioles catcher was scratched from their lineup again Tuesday against the Red Sox with right abdominal discomfort.

The Baltimore Orioles promoted outfield prospect Dylan Beavers from Triple-A Norfolk on Saturday, slotting him into the starting lineup for his MLB debut where he'll bat sixth and play right field in Houston against the Astros.

Those moments during the season when it felt like the Orioles were scrambling to fill out their roster have disappeared like one of Samuel Basallo’s home run balls in the minors.The crab cake analogy fits again – less filler makes for a better product.

It’s Tuesday, August 19 and the Orioles (57-67) are in Boston to take on the Red Sox (68-57). Tomoyuki Sugano is slated to take the mound for Baltimore against Walker Buehler for Boston. The Orioles hot streak continued with a 6-3 victory over the Red Sox on Monday night to take control of the two-game series.

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Preview the Aug. 17 matchup between the Houston Astros and Baltimore Orioles with recent trends, how to watch, livestream info, and more.

Barstool Sports’ Frank “The Tank” Fleming, an avid Mets fan, will throw out the first pitch and serve as guest splasher for the Orioles’ game Saturday.