Baltimore Orioles swept the Chicago White Sox, winning 3-2 on June 1, 2025, led by Charlie Morton's strong start. Get full recap of the O's first series sweep!
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
What a difference a weekend makes, O's fans! The Baltimore Orioles are riding high after completing their first series sweep of the 2025 season, taking down the Chicago White Sox with a gritty 3-2 victory on Sunday. The brooms were out at Camden Yards, and it feels like a little bit of that early-season magic might just be brewing again as we head into a new week.
That's our first series sweep of the season! And our pitching staff only gave up five runs in three games. That's how you win ballgames!
Sunday's 3-2 win over the White Sox wasn't just another victory; it was a statement. Veteran Charlie Morton was absolutely masterful, turning back the clock with 6 2/3 innings of one-run ball (unearned, at that!) on six hits while fanning five. He gave the Birds exactly the kind of strong start they needed. The offense did just enough to back him up: Ramón Urías continued his steady play with two hits and an RBI, Ryan O'Hearn chipped in with a productive sacrifice fly, and Dylan Carlson delivered a crucial RBI double. The bullpen then slammed the door, with Gregory Soto bridging the gap and Bryan Baker looking cool under pressure to earn his second career save. Limiting the White Sox to a mere five runs across the entire series? That's dominant pitching. This three-game winning streak matches our season high, and while the 22-36 record still shows a climb ahead in the AL East, this sweep feels like a significant step forward.
The good news kept rolling in on Monday with a significant roster move that should inject some more energy into the lineup. Outfielder Colton Cowser has officially been recalled from his minor league rehab assignment after successfully recovering from that fractured left thumb. It's fantastic to see him healthy and ready to contribute his dynamic skillset. His return should provide a much-needed spark and valuable depth to our outfield corps. To make room on the 40-man roster, fellow outfielder Cooper Hummel has been designated for assignment. We wish Cooper all the best in his next chapter, but the focus now shifts to what Cowser can bring to the big league club down the stretch.
And let's not forget the future, which continues to look incredibly bright! Down on the farm, top catching prospect Samuel Basallo is absolutely raking. He started June with a bang for Triple-A Norfolk, launching another home run and showing off that impressive power tool. Basallo's consistent mashing is just one example of the exciting talent bubbling up in our system. Seeing these young guns perform so well provides a constant reminder of the strong foundation being built and perfectly complements the positive steps being taken at the major league level. The pipeline is strong, folks!
So, a sweep, a key player returning, and the farm system buzzing – it's been a great few days to be an Orioles fan! Let's hope the Birds can carry this momentum forward and continue to build on this positive stretch. The season is long, but moments like these give us plenty to cheer about. Go O's!
