Baltimore Orioles at Washington Nationals Game Story – April 22, 2025
In a dominant performance at Nationals Park, the Washington Nationals shut out the Baltimore Orioles 7–0 on Tuesday night, extending their recent winning ways and handing the Orioles their second consecutive loss. Left-hander Mitchell Parker was the star of the evening, delivering the longest and most effective start of his young career. The Nationals’ offense also came alive, with multiple players contributing to a 10-hit barrage that overwhelmed Baltimore’s pitching staff.
Pitching Duel Turns into One-Sided Affair
Mitchell Parker (3–1) was the story of the game, allowing just a single hit over eight innings. The 25-year-old left-hander struck out four, walked two, and threw 99 pitches, lowering his ERA to an impressive 1.39. He retired the final 14 Orioles he faced, showcasing control and poise that belied his years. The lone hit Parker surrendered came in the third inning—a single by Cedric Mullins—but he quickly erased any threat by inducing a double play to end the frame.
On the other side, Orioles starter Dean Kremer (2–3) struggled to find his rhythm. He allowed six runs (five earned) on 11 hits over 5⅓ innings, striking out four without issuing a walk. Kremer’s outing was marred by early miscues and a lack of support from his defense, leading to his third loss of the season.
Nationals’ Offense Breaks Out
Washington’s offense was relentless, collecting 10 extra-base hits and capitalizing on every opportunity. James Wood set the tone early, leading off the bottom of the first inning with a double. Nathaniel Lowe followed with a two-run homer to right field, putting the Nationals ahead 2–0.
In the second inning, Jose Tena tripled and scored on a wild pitch, extending the lead to 3–0. The Nationals continued to pile on in the fifth, with Wood doubling again and Luis García Jr. singling him home. García advanced to second on a throwing error by Mullins and later scored on a Keibert Ruiz single, making it 5–0.
Dylan Crews added to the offensive onslaught in the sixth inning, leading off with a solo home run to center field. The Nationals capped their scoring in the seventh, with García singling and Ruiz doubling him home to make it 7–0.
Key Performances
- Mitchell Parker (WSH): 8 IP, 1 H, 0 R, 4 K, 2 BB
- James Wood (WSH): 3-for-4, 2 2B, 1 R
- Dylan Crews (WSH): 1-for-4, HR, 1 R, 1 RBI
- Nathaniel Lowe (WSH): 1-for-4, HR, 2 RBI
- Jose Tena (WSH): Triple, 1 R, 1 RBI
- Keibert Ruiz (WSH): 3-for-4, 2B, 1 R, 1 RBI
- Cedric Mullins (BAL): 1-for-3, 2 BB
- Dean Kremer (BAL): 5⅓ IP, 11 H, 6 R (5 ER), 4 K, 0 BB
Looking Ahead
The Orioles (9–13) will look to rebound in the second game of the series on Wednesday. They’ll need to find a way to generate offense against a Nationals team that has now won three of its last four games. Baltimore’s pitching staff will also need to tighten up, as they’ve allowed 24 runs over their last two games.
For the Nationals (10–13), the victory was a much-needed boost as they aim to climb out of the early-season hole. With their ace, MacKenzie Gore, set to take the mound in the next game, Washington will look to build on this momentum and continue their strong play.
As the Beltway Series continues, both teams have plenty to play for, and the next few games will be crucial in shaping the trajectory of their seasons.
