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Orioles pitcher Cade Povich revealed a hateful direct message sent from a fan to his wife’s Instagram account after Friday night’s loss.
Shawn Dubin had allowed 13 runs in five innings after his return from a forearm injury. AJ Blubaugh gives Houston a long-relief option.
Cade Povich is the second MLB pitcher this week to call out fans sending death threats.
Jeremy Peña and Christian Walker each hit a three-run homer, and the Houston Astros outslugged the Baltimore Orioles 10-7. Colton Cowser went deep for Baltimore, but the Orioles couldn’t pull
CBS Sports brings you live coverage, scoring, expert picks and stats for the MLB matchup between Houston Astros and Baltimore Orioles on August 23, 2025
Baltimore Orioles left-hander Cade Povich joined a growing list of MLB players calling out social media users who leave vile post or replies critical of on-field performances, some of which include death threats.
BOTTOM LINE: The Houston Astros meet the Baltimore Orioles with a 2-0 series lead. Baltimore has a 59-69 record overall and a 30-32 record at home. The Orioles have gone 38-25 in games when they record eight or more hits.