The Astros bombarded Orioles starter Dean Kremer early and then did just enough late to stave off a comeback attempt from Baltimore’s bats.

Christian Walker homered for a third-straight game and the Houston Astros went deep four times in a 9-8 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Saturday night.

Astros DFA Shawn Dubin and recall AJ Blubaugh ahead of Orioles series as injuries continue to test Houston’s pitching staff.

Orioles pitcher Cade Povich revealed a hateful direct message sent from a fan to his wife’s Instagram account after Friday night’s loss.

The Orioles bailed out Dean Kremer tonight, which was the first order of business. Battle back twice to tie. Conclude his frustrating night with no decision. Try to win a game in the series and go for the split on Sunday.

Preview the Aug. 23 matchup between the Baltimore Orioles and Houston Astros with odds over/under, game spread, betting lines and more.

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Jeremy Peña and Christian Walker each hit a three-run homer, and the Houston Astros outslugged the Baltimore Orioles 10-7. Colton Cowser went deep for Baltimore, but the Orioles couldn’t pull

Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. returns from the IL, but struggles with command continue in a 10-7 win over the Baltimore Orioles.