Astros Defeat Orioles 11-5 in Series Finale
Thursday, April 30, 2026, 3:55 PM ET · Oriole Park at Camden Yards
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Who won Houston Astros vs Baltimore Orioles?
Houston Astros beat Baltimore Orioles 11-5 at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on April 30, 2026.
Who was favored in Houston Astros vs Baltimore Orioles?
Baltimore Orioles were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -144 (about 59% implied). The underdog won.
The Houston Astros secured an emphatic 11-5 victory over the Baltimore Orioles in the final game of their three-game series at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. This win not only allowed the Astros to avoid a series sweep but also highlighted their offensive firepower, which was on full display throughout the game.
In terms of recent form, the Orioles entered this game with a record of 15-16, having gone 4-5-1 in their last ten games. They had a mixed performance at home, with a home record of 2-2 in their last five games, averaging 3.8 runs scored while allowing 5.6 runs. On the other hand, the Astros, with a record of 12-20, were 3-6-1 in their last ten, struggling with a home record of 1-4 and an away record of 2-2 in their last five, averaging 3.2 runs scored and allowing 4.2 runs.
The game itself saw the Astros take control early, scoring multiple runs in the fourth inning. The scoring began with a sacrifice fly from Harris that brought Alvarez home, followed by a single from Diaz that scored Paredes. Alonso then doubled, allowing Ward to score, and Taveras tripled, bringing in both Alonso and O'Neill. The Astros continued their offensive assault in the fifth inning, scoring on wild pitches from Orioles pitcher Foster, which allowed Shewmake to cross the plate twice.
The Orioles managed to respond in the seventh inning when Henderson doubled, scoring Taveras and bringing the score to 11-4. They added one more run in the ninth with a sacrifice fly from Mayo, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Astros' lead.
In terms of injuries, the Orioles were missing several key players, including Tyler O'Neill, Felix Bautista, Christian Franklin, Ryan Helsley, and Ryan Mountcastle, all of whom were on the injured list. The Astros also had notable absences, with Brice Matthews, Mike Burrows, and Carlos Correa sidelined due to injuries.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Orioles as the favorites at -144, with a spread of -1.5 and a total set at 9.0. The odds reflected the Orioles’ home advantage, despite their recent struggles.
Overall, this game showcased the Astros' ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities, while the Orioles continued to face challenges in their lineup due to injuries. The final score of 11-5 not only marked a significant win for the Astros but also underscored the competitive nature of this matchup, as the Orioles had previously won the series 2-1.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | BAL -144 | 9 o -115 / u -105 | Houston Astros +119 · Baltimore Orioles -144 |
Injury report
- Tyler O'Neill10-Day-ILShoulderBaltimore Orioles
- Felix Bautista60-Day-ILShoulderBaltimore Orioles
- Christian Franklin10-Day-ILHandBaltimore Orioles
- Ryan Helsley60-Day-ILElbowBaltimore Orioles
- Ryan Mountcastle60-Day-ILObliqueBaltimore Orioles
- Brice Matthews60-Day-ILKneeHouston Astros
- Mike Burrows15-Day-ILElbowHouston Astros
- Carlos Correa60-Day-ILAnkleHouston Astros
- Brandon Walter60-Day-ILElbowHouston Astros
Recent form
Baltimore Orioles
Last 10: 4-5-1Streak D14.5 scored · 5.7 allowed per game2-2 at home
- D0-0vs Houston AstrosApr 29
- W5-3vs Houston AstrosApr 28
- L3-5vs Boston Red SoxApr 26
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Houston Astros
Last 10: 3-6-1Streak D14.1 scored · 5 allowed per game2-2 away
- D0-0at Baltimore OriolesApr 29
- L3-5at Baltimore OriolesApr 28
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- W2-0at Cleveland GuardiansApr 22
- L5-8at Cleveland GuardiansApr 21
- W9-2at Cleveland GuardiansApr 20
- L5-7vs St. Louis CardinalsApr 19
- L4-9vs St. Louis CardinalsApr 18
- L2-3vs Colorado RockiesApr 17
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston | - | 69 | W1 | .507 | 71 |
| Texas | 2 | 71 | L1 | .493 | 69 |
| Seattle | 5 | 74 | W2 | .471 | 66 |
| Athletics | 17 | 86 | W1 | .386 | 54 |
| Los Angeles | 18 | 87 | L2 | .379 | 53 |
| Tampa Bay | - | 56 | L1 | .597 | 83 |
| New York | 3.5 | 60 | W2 | .571 | 80 |
| Boston | 8.5 | 65 | L2 | .536 | 75 |
| Toronto | 14.5 | 71 | W1 | .493 | 69 |
| Baltimore | 14.5 | 71 | L2 | .493 | 69 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Inning2-0Harris singled to right, Alvarez scored and Paredes scored.
- 1st Inning5-0Smith homered to center (414 feet), Harris scored and Diaz scored.
- 2nd Inning6-0Alvarez homered to center (424 feet).
- 4th Inning7-0Paredes singled to right, Johnson scored, Alvarez to second, Matthews to third.
- 4th Inning8-0Walker singled to right, Matthews scored, Paredes to second, Alvarez to third.
- 4th Inning9-0Harris hit sacrifice fly to center, Alvarez scored, Paredes to third.
- 4th Inning10-0Diaz singled to left, Paredes scored, Walker to third.
- 4th Inning10-1Alonso doubled to left, Ward scored.
- 4th Inning10-3Taveras tripled to right, Alonso scored and O'Neill scored.
- 5th Inning11-3Shewmake scored on Foster wild pitch, Matthews to third on wild pitch by Foster.
- 5th Inning11-3Shewmake scored on Foster wild pitch, Matthews to third.
- 7th Inning11-4Henderson doubled to right, Taveras scored, Wilson to third.
- 9th Inning11-5Mayo hit sacrifice fly to left, Cowser scored.
Win probability
Above the line favours Baltimore Orioles, below favours Houston Astros.
Venue
- Oriole Park at Camden YardsBaltimore, Maryland
- Attendance26586
- OfficialsStu Scheurwater, Junior Valentine, Jordan Baker, Derek Thomas
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