The Washington Nationals and Baltimore Orioles continue their three-game series at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on Saturday, May 17, 2025. The Nationals secured a 4-3 victory in Game 1, thanks to James Wood’s clutch home run and a go-ahead run in the ninth inning. Baltimore, despite outhitting Washington 14-5, struggled to convert opportunities into runs.
Game Details
- Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025
- Time: 4:05 p.m. ET
- Location: Oriole Park at Camden Yards, Baltimore, MD
- Broadcast: FS1
Team Breakdown & Key Players
Washington Nationals
- Record: 19-27 (4th in NL East)
- Key Players:
- James Wood (OF): Leads the team with 12 home runs, ranking among the top 10 in MLB.
- C.J. Abrams (SS): Batting .317, providing consistency at the plate.
- Nathaniel Lowe (1B): Hit a crucial home run in Game 1.
- Starting Pitcher: Jake Irvin (RHP, 2-1, 4.00 ERA) – Has allowed at least one home run in seven of his nine starts this season.
Baltimore Orioles
- Record: 15-28 (Last in AL East)
- Key Players:
- Ramon Laureano (OF): Went 4-for-4 in Game 1, providing a much-needed offensive spark.
- Adley Rutschman (C): Struggling at the plate, batting .200 at home.
- Jackson Holliday (2B): 15-for-39 in his last 10 games, showing promise.
- Starting Pitcher: Kyle Gibson (RHP, 0-2, 13.11 ERA) – Has struggled in all three starts this season, allowing seven home runs in just 11 2/3 innings.
Game Storylines
- Nationals’ Recent Success: Washington has won four of its last six matchups against Baltimore, outscoring them 26-15 in that span.
- Orioles’ Offensive Struggles: Despite 14 hits in Game 1, Baltimore failed to capitalize, leaving 15 runners stranded.
- Pitching Matchup: Irvin has been steady, while Gibson has struggled—can Baltimore’s bullpen provide relief?
Game Odds
Washington Nationals 10
Baltimore Orioles – 162
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, May 16, 2025
