Craig Albernaz

Leody Taveras homered and drove in three runs as the Baltimore Orioles defeated the Kansas City Royals 8-2 for a three-game sweep. A pitch hit Orioles' Blaze Alexander, sparking a brief on-field confrontation, but no ejections occurred. The Royals fell to 38-59, their worst record in the majors.

The Baltimore Orioles placed closer Ryan Helsley on the 15-day injured list with right elbow discomfort, retroactive to Tuesday. Helsley, who signed a two-year, $28 million deal with Baltimore in December, previously was on the IL from May 1 to June 16 for right elbow inflammation. Manager Craig Albernaz stated Helsley is seeking medical opinions, and the Orioles made roster moves including recalling players from Triple-A.

Randy Arozarena's two-run 10th-inning home run secured a 6-5 victory for the Seattle Mariners over the Baltimore Orioles. The Mariners, leading the AL West with a 36-32 record, improved to 11-14 in their last 25 games, while the Orioles extended their losing streak to four games.

Toronto's Ernie Clement was ruled safe after dodging a tag attempt by Baltimore's Gunnar Henderson, leading to Toronto's 6-4 victory. Umpires determined Clement's base path was established to avoid interference, frustrating the Orioles. The decision sparked criticism from Henderson, manager Craig Albernaz, and pitcher Shane Baz.