Adley Rutschman's Two-Run Homer Powers Orioles Past Guardians
Rookie Catcher Continues to Impress with Walk-Off Blast
Adley Rutschman's remarkable rookie season continues to soar, as the Orioles' catcher launched a two-run walk-off home run in the bottom of the ninth inning to lift Baltimore to a 5-3 victory over the Cleveland Guardians on Friday night.
Rutschman's Heroics
With the game tied 3-3 in the ninth, Rutschman stepped to the plate with Cedric Mullins on first base. On a 1-1 count, he crushed a 95 mph fastball from Guardians reliever Sam Hentges over the center-field wall for his 19th home run of the season.
The blast sent a jolt of excitement through the Camden Yards crowd and gave the Orioles their second walk-off win of the year.
A Rising Star
Rutschman, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2019 MLB draft, has quickly established himself as one of the most promising young players in the league.
In just over 90 games this season, he is batting .275 with 19 home runs and 62 RBIs. He has also been a defensive standout, showcasing his exceptional framing and arm strength behind the plate.
Orioles' Playoff Hopes Alive
The Orioles (61-62) have won five of their last six games and are now just three games behind the Tampa Bay Rays for the final AL Wild Card spot.
Rutschman's heroics have played a major role in Baltimore's recent surge, and he will undoubtedly continue to be a key figure in the team's playoff push down the stretch.
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