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The New York Yankees defeated the Baltimore Orioles 3–1 on March 20 at George M. Steinbrenner Field in a spring training matchup that fell well short of the Vegas total line of 1. The Yankees' pitching staff dominated, striking out 11 batters while allowing just 3 hits and 1 earned run with a 3.93 ERA, though the offense struggled to capitalize, recording only 6 hits with a .725 OPS. Baltimore's lineup was similarly anemic, managing just 3 hits and 1 run while striking out 11 times, posting a .717 OPS against Yankee arms. Both teams combined for just 9 hits in a pitcher-heavy contest that underscored early-spring offensive inconsistency on both sides. The Yankees' defense was flawless with zero errors, providing stability behind solid pitching despite the modest run production. With spring training still in its infancy, these low-scoring performances suggest both clubs will need to generate more consistent offensive rhythm before the regular season begins.