The Baltimore Orioles clinched the AL East title with a 5-3 win over the Boston Red Sox, marking their first division championship since 2014 and their first playoff berth since 2016. The Orioles have been one of the surprise teams of the season, led by a mix of young talent and veteran leadership.

In the clinching game, the Orioles were led by a strong performance from starting pitcher Kyle Bradish, who allowed two runs over six innings. Offensively, Adley Rutschman and Gunnar Henderson each homered, providing the key runs in a tightly contested game.

Manager Brandon Hyde, who has overseen the Orioles' rebuild, praised his team’s effort and resilience throughout the season. “These guys have worked so hard to get to this point, and I’m incredibly proud of them,” Hyde said. “But we’re not done yet—we’ve got bigger goals ahead.”

The Orioles’ success this season has been fueled by their young core, including Rutschman, Henderson, and starting pitchers Grayson Rodriguez and Dean Kremer. The team’s blend of homegrown talent and savvy veteran acquisitions has made them a force in the American League.

For the Red Sox, the loss was a continuation of a disappointing season. Despite showing flashes of potential, Boston has been unable to find the consistency needed to compete in the tough AL East and will miss the playoffs for the second consecutive year.