Orioles Triumph in Doubleheader Opener Against Mets
Baltimore, MD - The Baltimore Orioles emerged victorious in the first game of their doubleheader against the New York Mets on Thursday, July 10, 2025, with a final score of 3-1. The game, a makeup from a previous postponement, saw Gunnar Henderson play the hero with a clutch, late-inning home run.
Gunnar Henderson's two-run blast in the eighth inning proved to be the difference-maker, securing the win for the Orioles. It was Henderson's first career pinch-hit home run, adding extra flair to the victory. The Orioles' pitching staff also played a crucial role in the win, holding the Mets to just one run.
The game took place at Oriole Park at Camden Yards, with a scheduled start time of 5:05 PM ET. The weather in Baltimore was favorable for baseball, setting the stage for an exciting contest.
Key Moments and Performances
- Gunnar Henderson: Hit a two-run home run in the eighth inning.
- Orioles Pitching: Held the Mets to a single run.
Before the game, the Orioles traded right-handed reliever Bryan Baker to the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for the 37th overall pick in the 2025 MLB amateur draft. This move suggests the Orioles might be sellers at the upcoming trade deadline, although General Manager Mike Elias remains open to the possibility of following a similar path to the 2024 Detroit Tigers, who made strategic trades while still contending for a playoff spot.
Fans can catch the Mets vs. Orioles game on SNY (Mets in-market), MASN (Orioles in-market), and MLB.TV (out-of-market). Live streaming options are available on fuboTV and DirecTV (free trials).
The second game of the doubleheader is scheduled to begin around 5:05 p.m. ET.