The Orioles were shut out 4-0 by the Yankees on June 20, 2025, as Max Fried dominated. Read how Baltimore's offense struggled in their 10th shutout loss.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Another night, another offensive no-show. The Baltimore Orioles opened their crucial series in the Bronx not with a bang, but with a whimper, falling 4-0 to the New York Yankees. The familiar story of dominant opposing pitching and missed opportunities was on full display Friday, as Yankees ace Max Fried carved up the O's lineup, handing them their 10th shutout loss of the 2025 season.
We have to find ways to manufacture runs against elite pitching. Our guys are grinding, but we need to execute better with runners in scoring position.
The story of the game can be told in two words: Max Fried. The Yankees' lefty was virtually untouchable, cruising through seven shutout innings while allowing just three hits and striking out nine. Fried's ERA dropped to a minuscule 1.89 as he completely neutralized the heart of the Orioles' order. Key hitters like Cedric Mullins and Adley Rutschman went a combined 0-for-8, and the team as a whole struck out 11 times, leaving seven runners stranded. It was a masterclass in pitching that left the Baltimore bats looking utterly lost.
This wasn't just one bad night; it was the continuation of a season-long struggle. The 4-0 defeat marked the 10th time Baltimore has been held scoreless this year, a statistic that underscores their offensive inconsistency. The team's batting average dipped to .241, and the inability to cash in on the few opportunities they get is becoming a defining characteristic of this club. Manager Brandon Hyde didn't mince words after the game, stating, 'We have to find ways to manufacture runs against elite pitching. Our guys are grinding, but we need to execute better with runners in scoring position.' The sentiment is right, but the execution remains elusive.
Despite the bleak outcome, there were a few minor positives. Starter Tomoyuki Sugano battled through 5.2 innings, and while he took the loss (dropping to 5-5), he kept the O's within striking distance for most of his outing, surrendering three runs against a potent Yankees lineup. Offensively, Ryan O'Hearn and Gunnar Henderson managed to reach base twice each, and Colton Cowser quietly extended his on-base streak to eight games with a walk. The team also gave a shout-out on social media to the dedicated fans who traveled to Yankee Stadium, a nice gesture acknowledging the Orange and Black faithful who show up no matter the circumstances.
The Orioles will have to flush this one quickly. With two more games in the Bronx, the challenge doesn't get any easier. The question remains: can this offense wake up and provide the run support needed to compete in the AL East? Saturday is a new day, and the O's will need to find the answers—and the hits—that were missing on Friday if they hope to salvage this series and build some positive momentum.
