The Baltimore Orioles crushed the Colorado Rockies 18-0 on July 27, 2025, for a franchise-record shutout. Cedric Mullins hit his 100th HR to join an elite club.
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It was a night where history was made and records were shattered at Camden Yards. The Baltimore Orioles didn't just beat the Colorado Rockies; they delivered an 18-0 masterclass, the largest shutout victory in franchise history. At the center of it all was Cedric Mullins, who blasted his 100th career home run to join an exclusive club of Orioles legends, punctuating a night of pure dominance.
Cedric Mullins joins Brady Anderson and Paul Blair as the only players in Orioles history with 100+ home runs and 100+ stolen bases.
Cedric Mullins didn't just hit a home run; he cemented his legacy. With his 14th blast of the season, Mullins became only the third Oriole ever, alongside Brady Anderson and Paul Blair, to achieve the coveted 100-homer, 100-steal milestone. It's a testament to his unique blend of power and speed that has defined his career in Baltimore. As if that wasn't enough, Mullins also made a spectacular diving catch in the outfield, preserving the shutout and reminding everyone of his Gold Glove-caliber defense. It was a complete, signature performance from the team's dynamic center fielder.
While Mullins' milestone grabbed the headlines, the entire lineup was an unstoppable force. The game truly broke open in a wild nine-run seventh inning, where the Orioles batted around and turned a comfortable lead into a laugher. Gunnar Henderson and Coby Mayo delivered back-to-back two-run doubles, showcasing the power of the youth movement. Tyler O'Neill stayed hot, homering for the second straight game and driving in three, while Ryan O'Hearn and a late solo shot from Alex Jackson added to the onslaught. Every facet of the offense clicked in a relentless, 15-hit attack.
An 18-0 victory isn't possible without a stellar performance on the mound, and Trevor Rogers delivered a masterpiece. The lefty was nearly untouchable, carving through the Rockies' lineup for seven innings of one-hit, shutout baseball. He was efficient, dominant, and in complete control, lowering his ERA to a microscopic 1.49 over his eight starts with the team. While the offense provided the fireworks, Rogers' quiet dominance was the foundation of the historic win, offering a tantalizing glimpse of a potential future ace.
The euphoria of Saturday's win is tempered by the looming reality of the MLB trade deadline. The Orioles are widely expected to be sellers, which puts today's starting pitcher, Tomoyuki Sugano, squarely in the spotlight. His start against the Rockies could serve as a final audition for contending teams. While fans celebrate the present, the front office is undoubtedly focused on the future, making every game from here to the deadline carry an extra layer of weight and intrigue.
As we soak in the glory of a truly historic night, the reality of the season sets in. All eyes turn to Tomoyuki Sugano on the mound today, in what could be a final showcase before the trade deadline. Does Saturday's dominant performance signal a turning point, or was it a spectacular last dance for this version of the Orioles? The next few days will provide the answer.
