Orioles rally but can’t complete comeback in 4-3 loss to Nationals in extras

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The Baltimore Orioles experienced a close 4-3 loss to the Washington Nationals in extra innings, despite rallying late in the game. The Nationals showcased strong pitching performances, with Foster Griffin and subsequent relievers effectively shutting down the Orioles' hitters.

BALTIMORE — Saturday was tracking to be another loss in which the Baltimore Orioles were silenced by a left-handed pitcher. Then they got to a righty. Washington Nationals starter Foster Griffin exited after allowing one run over seven innings. Another southpaw came on and retired Taylor Ward and Gunnar Henderson to begin the eighth before a left-handed reliever entered to face Pete Alonso, ...