On June 10, 2025, the Detroit Tigers defeated the Baltimore Orioles 5-3 at Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore, Maryland, improving their MLB-best record to 44-24 and continuing their dominance over the Orioles with a 4-0 season series lead. The Tigers’ victory was powered by Spencer Torkelson’s home run, Zach McKinstry’s two triples, and effective bullpen pitching from Sawyer Gipson-Long. The Orioles, despite a home run from Jordan Westburg, couldn’t capitalize on scoring opportunities, falling to 2-2 in their last four games. Below is a detailed breakdown of player statistics and key moments, sourced from CBS Sports, FOX Sports, and ESPN.

Game Overview

Sport: Baseball
League: MLB (Major League Baseball)
Date: June 10, 2025
Location: Oriole Park at Camden Yards, Baltimore, Maryland
Matchup: Detroit Tigers vs Baltimore Orioles Match Player Stats
Final Score: Detroit Tigers 5, Baltimore Orioles 3
Winner: Detroit Tigers
Weather: 84°F, partly cloudy, wind 4 MPH W
Umpires: 3B – Cory Blaser, HP – Alex Tosi, 2B – Ron Kulpa, 1B – Tom Hanahan
Key Moment: Javier Báez’s RBI single in the fourth inning gave Detroit a 2-1 lead, and Torkelson’s two-run homer in the sixth sealed the Tigers’ advantage.

Detroit Tigers: Batting Highlights

The Tigers’ offense produced eight hits, including a home run and two triples, going 3-for-10 with runners in scoring position. Zach McKinstry’s rare two-triple game and Spencer Torkelson’s power were pivotal in outscoring Baltimore 22-9 across their four 2025 matchups.

Spencer Torkelson (1B): 1-for-4, 1 HR, 2 RBI, 1 run, 1 K. Torkelson’s two-run homer in the sixth (his 16th of the season) off Cade Povich extended Detroit’s lead to 4-1, proving to be the game-winner.
Zach McKinstry (2B): 2-for-4, 2 3B, 1 run. McKinstry’s two triples, a rare feat, set up scoring opportunities, including a run scored in the second inning.
Javier Báez (SS): 1-for-4, 1 RBI, 1 run. Báez’s RBI single in the fourth gave Detroit a 2-1 lead, driving in McKinstry.
Dillon Dingler (C): 1-for-4, 1 RBI, 1 K. Dingler’s two-out RBI single in the sixth added insurance, making it 5-1.
Wenceel Pérez (RF): 1-for-3, 1 RBI, 1 SF. Pérez’s sacrifice fly in the second scored McKinstry for Detroit’s first run.
Riley Greene (LF): 1-for-4, 1 run. Greene singled and scored on Torkelson’s homer, contributing to the sixth-inning rally.
Parker Meadows (CF): 0-for-4, 2 K. Meadows struggled, striking out twice and leaving two runners in scoring position.
Matt Vierling (3B): 1-for-4. Vierling’s single in the fourth set up Báez’s RBI but was otherwise quiet.
Kerry Carpenter (DH): 0-for-3, 1 BB. Carpenter drew a walk but failed to deliver with runners on base.

The Tigers struck out seven times and left six runners on base but capitalized on key moments, with Torkelson’s homer and McKinstry’s triples proving decisive.

Detroit Tigers: Pitching Performance

Detroit’s pitching staff allowed three runs on seven hits, with eight strikeouts and three walks. Brant Hurter and Sawyer Gipson-Long combined for effective innings, while the bullpen closed out the game.

Brant Hurter (SP): 2.2 IP, 2 H, 1 ER, 1 BB, 2 K, 3.38 ERA. Hurter allowed a run on Adley Rutschman’s sacrifice fly but kept Baltimore in check as an opener.
Chase Lee (RP, W, 3-0): 0.1 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 0 BB, 0 K. Lee earned the win by getting the final out in the third, stranding a runner.
Sawyer Gipson-Long (RP): 4.2 IP, 3 H, 1 ER, 1 BB, 5 K. In his second appearance of 2025 after missing 2024 due to Tommy John and hip surgeries, Gipson-Long was stellar, allowing a solo homer to Westburg but striking out five to maintain the lead.
Will Vest (RP, SV, 11): 1.1 IP, 2 H, 1 ER, 1 BB, 1 K. Vest allowed an RBI single to Gunnar Henderson in the eighth but secured his 11th save, retiring Baltimore in the ninth.

The Tigers’ pitchers held Baltimore to 1-for-7 with runners in scoring position, with Gipson-Long’s 4.2 innings providing crucial stability.

Baltimore Orioles: Batting Struggles

The Orioles managed seven hits, including a home run, but went 1-for-7 with runners in scoring position, leaving five runners on base. Jordan Westburg’s homer provided a spark, but Baltimore couldn’t string together hits.

Jordan Westburg (3B): 1-for-4, 1 HR, 1 RBI, 1 run. Westburg’s solo homer in the fifth (his fifth of the season) cut Detroit’s lead to 4-2.
Gunnar Henderson (SS): 1-for-4, 1 RBI, 1 BB. Henderson’s RBI single in the eighth scored Rutschman, making it 5-3, but he left two runners in scoring position.
Adley Rutschman (C): 0-for-3, 1 RBI, 1 SF, 1 run. Rutschman’s sacrifice fly in the third scored Ryan O’Hearn for Baltimore’s first run.
Ryan O’Hearn (1B): 2-for-4, 1 run. O’Hearn singled twice, including a leadoff hit in the third, but was stranded in a key spot in the eighth.
Colton Cowser (LF): 1-for-4, 1 K. Cowser singled but couldn’t advance runners.
Coby Mayo (DH): 0-for-4, 2 K. Mayo struck out twice, including with runners in scoring position in the eighth.
Anthony Santander (RF): 1-for-4. Santander’s single in the fifth set up Westburg’s homer but was otherwise quiet.
Cedric Mullins (CF): 0-for-3, 1 BB. Mullins drew a walk in the eighth but failed to deliver in clutch situations.
Ramón Urías (2B): 1-for-3, 1 BB. Urías singled but was stranded in the seventh.

The Orioles struck out eight times and struggled to capitalize, with their lone run in the third and Westburg’s homer not enough to overcome Detroit’s lead.

Baltimore Orioles: Pitching Breakdown

Baltimore’s pitching allowed five runs on eight hits, with Cade Povich taking the loss after a shaky outing. The bullpen kept the game close but couldn’t stop Detroit’s key hits.

Cade Povich (SP, L, 1-5): 5.0 IP, 5 H, 4 ER, 2 BB, 4 K, 4.47 ERA. Povich allowed Báez’s RBI single in the fourth and Torkelson’s two-run homer in the sixth, struggling with command (90-95 pitches).
Tyler Holton (RP): 1.2 IP, 2 H, 1 ER, 0 BB, 2 K. Holton allowed Dingler’s RBI single in the sixth but struck out two to limit further damage.
Keegan Akin (RP): 1.1 IP, 1 H, 0 R, 1 BB, 1 K. Akin stranded two runners in the seventh, keeping Baltimore within striking distance.
Yennier Cano (RP): 1.0 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 0 BB, 1 K. Cano pitched a clean ninth but couldn’t spark a comeback.

The Orioles’ pitchers issued three walks and allowed 3-for-10 hitting with runners in scoring position, with Povich’s struggles in the sixth proving costly.

Key Moments

Fourth Inning Go-Ahead: Báez’s RBI single in the fourth, following McKinstry’s triple and Vierling’s single, gave Detroit a 2-1 lead, shifting momentum.
Torkelson’s Blast: Torkelson’s two-run homer in the sixth off Povich, after Greene’s single, extended Detroit’s lead to 4-1, a decisive blow.
Westburg’s Response: Westburg’s solo homer in the fifth cut the deficit to 4-2, but Baltimore couldn’t build on it.
Gipson-Long’s Relief: Gipson-Long’s 4.2 innings, allowing just one run and striking out five, stabilized the game after Hurter’s short start.
Eighth Inning Rally Falls Short: Henderson’s RBI single in the eighth made it 5-3, but Mayo’s strikeout with runners on base ended Baltimore’s best chance.

Statistical Notes

Extra-Base Hits: Detroit’s three extra-base hits (Torkelson’s HR, McKinstry’s 2 3B) outshone Baltimore’s one (Westburg’s HR), highlighting the Tigers’ power.
RISP Efficiency: Detroit’s 3-for-10 with runners in scoring position compared to Baltimore’s 1-for-7 was a key difference in clutch performance.
Pitching Efficiency: Gipson-Long’s 4.2 innings with five strikeouts outshone Povich’s five innings with four earned runs, reflecting Detroit’s bullpen edge.
Stolen Bases: Neither team recorded a steal, with both defenses limiting base-running threats.

Series Context

This game was the first of a three-game series from June 10-12, 2025, at Camden Yards. Detroit won the second game 4-1 on June 11, led by Tarik Skubal’s seven scoreless innings and Parker Meadows’ three-run homer. Baltimore rebounded in the third game on June 12, winning 10-1, powered by Jordan Westburg’s three-run homer and Zach Eflin’s 6.2 innings. Detroit also swept Baltimore in a three-game series April 26-27, 2025, at Comerica Park (4-3, 6-2, 7-0), with Skubal striking out 11 in the finale. The Tigers’ 4-0 record against Baltimore in 2025 reflects their edge, outscoring the Orioles 22-9 entering June 10.

Injury Notes

Tigers: Sawyer Gipson-Long, making his second appearance of 2025 after missing 2024 due to Tommy John and hip surgeries, showed no lingering effects, pitching effectively. No other major injuries reported.
Orioles: No significant injuries noted, with all key players active.

Conclusion

The Detroit Tigers’ 5-3 win over the Baltimore Orioles on June 10, 2025, showcased their offensive balance and bullpen strength. Spencer Torkelson’s two-run homer, Zach McKinstry’s two triples, and Sawyer Gipson-Long’s 4.2 strong innings outshone Baltimore’s efforts, despite Jordan Westburg’s solo homer and Gunnar Henderson’s late RBI. The Orioles’ 1-for-7 performance with runners in scoring position and Cade Povich’s struggles in the sixth inning proved costly. Detroit’s 44-24 record and 4-0 season series .

Detroit Tigers vs Baltimore Orioles June 10, 2025 – Recap & Highlights