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The Baltimore Orioles defeated the Cincinnati Reds 8–5 on July 4 at Great American Ball Park, surpassing the Vegas total line of 9.5 in a moderately offensive affair. Baltimore's offense proved decisive despite modest overall production, tallying 10 hits and 8 RBIs while striking out 9 times; a solo home run provided crucial cushion in the victory. Cincinnati managed 11 hits but struggled to convert opportunities, posting just 5 runs on 6 strikeouts and 6 walks, finishing with a .699 OPS that underscored offensive inefficiency. The Orioles' pitching staff was more efficient, allowing 5 earned runs across 11 hits with a 4.35 ERA and 6 strikeouts, while Cincinnati's bullpen surrendered 8 earned runs on 10 hits with a 4.60 ERA. Neither team committed errors, but the Reds' inability to drive in runners despite reaching base repeatedly—evidenced by their 6 walks—proved the difference in a game where Baltimore capitalized on limited chances. The result suggests Baltimore's pitching depth may provide an edge in extended series play.