Cedric Mullins' Grand Slam Powers Orioles to Victory
Baltimore's Outfielder Delivers Knock-Out Blow in 11-5 Win
In a thrilling display of power hitting, Cedric Mullins launched a grand slam in the 5th inning to propel the Baltimore Orioles to an 11-5 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday night. The Orioles' outfielder's thunderous swing sent the Camden Yards crowd into a frenzy and gave Baltimore a commanding lead.
A Night to Remember
Mullins' grand slam was just one highlight in a game that saw both teams trade blows. Richie Palacios had earlier given the Cardinals a 2-0 lead with a home run in the 1st inning. However, the Orioles stormed back in the 3rd with three runs, including a two-run homer by Ryan McKenna. The Cardinals tied the game in the 4th, but Mullins' grand slam in the 5th turned the tide decisively in Baltimore's favor.
The Orioles' pitching staff also played a key role in the victory. Starting pitcher Dean Kremer allowed just three hits and two runs in 5 2/3 innings, while the bullpen combined to give up only one run over the final 3 1/3 innings. The Cardinals' pitching, on the other hand, struggled to contain the Orioles' offense, with starter Miles Mikolas allowing six runs in just 4 1/3 innings.
With the win, the Orioles improve to 72-80 on the season, while the Cardinals fall to 75-77. The two teams will face off again in Baltimore on Wednesday night in the second game of their three-game series.
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