Orioles Look to Bounce Back Against Mariners Tonight at 9:40 PM

After a frustrating outing in their last game, the Baltimore Orioles are set to face the Seattle Mariners tonight at 9:40 PM. The team struggled significantly, managing just one hit after the first inning, which left fans wanting more as they fell short in Seattle.

This evening, the Orioles will be up against George Kirby, a pitcher whose recent performance has made him a potential target for their lineup. The 2022 debutant has had a rocky start to 2025 and 2026, hindered by shoulder issues last season, though he appears to be healthy now. Kirby's fastball remains strong, but his curveball is underperforming, yielding a concerning .336 expected batting average against, marking the first time it has a negative run value.

In their previous matchup, Kirby allowed three runs over six innings against Baltimore, striking out ten batters while walking three. Notably, Gunnar Henderson has had success against him, holding a .444 batting average in 18 at-bats, while Pete Alonso boasts a 4-for-8 record against the right-hander. Additionally, Taylor Ward has hit three homers off Kirby in his career, adding to the intrigue of tonight's game.

On the mound for the Orioles, Kyle Bradish aims to regain his form prior to Tommy John surgery. While his May performances showed promise, he has struggled in June, giving up five runs in each of his last two starts. In a previous game against the Mariners, he was hit hard, allowing home runs to Cole Young, Luke Raley, and Dominic Canzone in just four innings.

Tonight's Orioles lineup features key players, including Taylor Ward leading off, followed by Gunnar Henderson at shortstop and Adley Rutschman behind the plate. Fans are hoping for a turnaround as the team looks to capitalize on their hitting against Kirby and secure a much-needed victory.