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Orioles Triumph 8-3, Suárez Secures First Save in Nine Years

4/2/2026

Summary

Story summary

Baltimore Orioles defeated the Texas Rangers 8-3 as Albert Suárez earned his first major-league save in nine years.
The game featured a successful Automated Ball-Strike System challenge confirming a critical strike.
Baltimore Orioles pitcher Trevor Rogers pitched six innings, allowing two runs.
Texas Rangers closer Tyler Alexander has earned saves in two games as others struggle.
The Orioles will face the Pittsburgh Pirates next, with Kyle Bradish starting.

History

Historical Context

In 2019, Major League Baseball (MLB) partnered with the Atlantic League to introduce the Automated Ball-Strike System (ABS) during the All-Star Game, aiming to improve officiating accuracy. This system, utilizing TrackMan technology, allows umpires to receive automated calls while retaining the authority to override them. The ongoing implementation of ABS reflects MLB's commitment to modernizing the game and enhancing player and fan experiences.

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Story summary

Baltimore Orioles defeated the Texas Rangers 8-3 as Albert Suárez earned his first major-league save in nine years.
The game featured a successful Automated Ball-Strike System challenge confirming a critical strike.
Baltimore Orioles pitcher Trevor Rogers pitched six innings, allowing two runs.
Texas Rangers closer Tyler Alexander has earned saves in two games as others struggle.
The Orioles will face the Pittsburgh Pirates next, with Kyle Bradish starting.

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