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The Texas Rangers defeated the Baltimore Orioles 5–2 on March 30 at Oriole Park at Camden Yards, with the visiting offense capitalizing on limited opportunities to secure the victory. Texas scattered 10 hits and 5 RBIs while striking out 11 times, posting a .697 OPS that outpaced Baltimore's anemic .636 mark. The Rangers' pitching staff was equally impressive, allowing just 7 hits and 2 earned runs with an ERA of 2.50, while striking out 11 batters. Baltimore managed only 7 hits and 1 home run, posting a concerning .228 batting average and .313 on-base percentage that highlighted early-season offensive struggles. The Orioles' pitching surrendered 5 runs on 10 hits despite striking out 11, and a defensive error compounded their difficulties. Texas's balanced approach—generating consistent contact while limiting walks allowed (1 BB)—proved decisive against a Baltimore lineup that drew just 1 walk of its own. The Rangers' pitching dominance and ability to manufacture runs without power suggest early-season competence, while the Orioles' offensive output raises questions about their lineup's consistency heading into April.