The Orioles crushed the Rays 5-1 on June 18, 2025, as Colton Cowser homered and the team unveiled a $400M Camden Yards renovation. A huge day for Birdland.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Some days are just bigger than others. Wednesday was one of those days for the Baltimore Orioles, a day where the team's brilliant present and even brighter future were on full display. While the team on the field was busy dismantling the division-rival Tampa Bay Rays in a commanding 5-1 victory, the front office delivered a blockbuster announcement of its own: a transformative, $400 million renovation plan for Oriole Park at Camden Yards. It was a one-two punch of on-field dominance and off-field commitment that has Birdland buzzing.
Four relievers combined for four scoreless innings, lowering the bullpen ERA to a minuscule 1.76 since May 24.
The Orioles' offense was a relentless machine on Wednesday. Eight of the nine starters notched at least one hit in a balanced attack that kept the Rays off-balance all night. The turning point came in the fifth inning when Colton Cowser blasted a go-ahead solo home run to break a 1-1 tie. From there, the floodgates opened. Jordan Westburg was a force, collecting three hits, while Ramón Laureano was a two-way star, driving in two runs and gunning down a runner at second base. Gunnar Henderson and Jackson Holliday also chipped in with late-game RBI singles to put the game well out of reach.
While the bats were hot, the pitching was simply dominant. Starter Dean Kremer set the tone, earning his sixth win with a solid five-inning performance, allowing just a single run. But the story continues to be the bullpen. Four different relievers took the mound and combined for four perfect, scoreless innings to slam the door. This lockdown performance lowered the bullpen's collective ERA to an astonishing 1.76 over the last month, proving they are arguably the most reliable relief corps in all of baseball.
As if the win wasn't enough, the Orioles unveiled ambitious plans for a $400 million renovation of Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Set to begin after the 2025 season, the project will introduce over 1,100 feet of new ribbon board, more than 16 million new 4K pixels to upgrade the video displays, and a new premium club area behind home plate. This massive investment ensures that the ballpark that forever changed baseball will remain a state-of-the-art jewel for generations to come, reaffirming the club's long-term commitment to Baltimore.
In a move to bolster the pitching staff for this crucial stretch, the Orioles also announced the promotion of left-hander Trevor Rogers from Triple-A Norfolk. Rogers, who will make his Orioles debut during this series, adds another talented arm to a rotation that continues to be a pillar of the team's success. It's another example of the organization's incredible depth and its proactive approach to maintaining a competitive roster.
What a day for the orange and black. A decisive win on the road, a major commitment to the future of the ballpark, and another arm joining the big league club. It's a clear signal that the Orioles aren't just built to win now; they're building a dynasty. The O's will look to keep the pressure on Tampa Bay and secure another series win tomorrow. Days like this prove it's a fantastic time to be an Orioles fan.
