BALTIMORE — Behind a strong start from pitcher George Kirby, the Seattle Mariners opened a three game series with a 1-0 victory on Tuesday.

Kirby allowed three hits and struck out seven as the M’s (67-53) moved into to a tie with Houston for first place in the American League West.

Meanwhile, Baltimore pitcher Dean Kremer achieved something Tuesday for the first time in nearly three years. It still wasn’t enough to win the game.

The Orioles’ right-hander twirled eight masterful innings against the Seattle for his longest start since September 2022. But Baltimore’s bats were even worse against Kirby than the Mariners’ offense was against Kremer.

The Orioles managed only five hits and were shut out for the 13th time this season in a 1-0 loss. A comeback attempt in the ninth came up short

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