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Orioles Win 5-2, Seventh Straight Despite Catcher Injuries

7/20/2026

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The Baltimore Orioles defeated the Houston Astros 5–2 on Sunday.
All-Star catcher Adley Rutschman missed the game because of left wrist discomfort.
Rookie catcher Samuel Basallo exited in the second inning after aggravating a lingering right shoulder problem.
Sam Huff, whose contract was selected from Triple-A Norfolk, took over catching duties.
The win gave the Orioles their seventh consecutive victory, matching their longest streak since 2023.

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The Baltimore Orioles defeated the Houston Astros 5–2 on Sunday.
All-Star catcher Adley Rutschman missed the game because of left wrist discomfort.
Rookie catcher Samuel Basallo exited in the second inning after aggravating a lingering right shoulder problem.
Sam Huff, whose contract was selected from Triple-A Norfolk, took over catching duties.
The win gave the Orioles their seventh consecutive victory, matching their longest streak since 2023.