Astros Beat Orioles 6-0, Extend AL West Lead
- Astros defeat Orioles 6-0 to extend their lead in the AL West.
- Spencer Arrighetti outpitched Corbin Burnes in the game.
- Ben Gamel contributed with two runs in his Houston debut.
BALTIMORE (AP) — In a commanding performance, the Houston Astros defeated the Baltimore Orioles 6-0 on Thursday night, with Spencer Arrighetti outshining Corbin Burnes on the mound. Arrighetti, who had struggled in his previous outing against Boston, allowed no runs and helped the Astros secure their largest lead in the American League West this season, now sitting 5 1/2 games ahead of second-place Seattle. Ben Gamel, making his debut with the Astros after being acquired from the New York Mets, contributed significantly to the victory by driving in two runs. His RBI singles in the fourth and sixth innings were pivotal, as all of Houston's scoring occurred during those frames. The Astros have shown remarkable resilience, improving their record to 62-39 after a dismal 7-19 start to the season. Burnes, despite being a formidable opponent, struggled against the Astros, allowing eight hits and failing to contain their offense. Gamel's performance marked his first multihit game since September 2022, showcasing his potential to impact the team positively. Houston manager Joe Espada praised Gamel's bat-to-ball skills and expressed confidence in his ability to contribute. Looking ahead, Espada hinted at the possibility of moving Alex Bregman to first base in the future. Meanwhile, pitcher Brown continues to impress, boasting a 10-2 record with a 2.33 ERA since June, further solidifying the Astros' position as a strong contender in the league.