Bradish scuffles again, O’s waste chances in 5-4 loss to Pirates
Tough days for Bradish and Alonso led to a series-opening loss in Pittsburgh for the Orioles.
PITTSBURGH, PA - APRIL 03: Pete Alonso #25 of the Baltimore Orioles looks on while batting in the first inning during the game between the Baltimore Orioles and the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on Friday, April 3, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/MLB Photos via Getty Images) | MLB Photos via Getty Images The Orioles’ first road game of the year looked a lot like the six games they played at home to begin the season. Their starter scuffled on the mound, particularly in one inning, and their lineup failed to make the most of their opportunities.
On Friday evening in Pittsburgh, that added up to a 5-4 loss for the Orioles. Kyle Bradish’s second outing of the year was an up-and-down affair. He threw just 81 pitches over four innings.
In those innings he gave up four runs on six hits, three walks, and six strikeouts. All four of those runs came in during a nightmarish second inning. That second inning began with a walk to old friend Ryan O’Hearn.
A double to debutant Konner Griffin gave the Pirates a 1-0 lead with one out. Jared Triolo followed with a single to score Griffin and make it 2-0. Henry Davis then doubled in Triolo, and Oneil Cruz wrapped up the onslaught with a base hit to score Davis.
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