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The Baltimore Orioles defeated the Kansas City Royals 6–1 on July 11 at Oriole Park at Camden Yards, with the home team's power display proving decisive in a game that stayed well under the Vegas total of 9.5 runs. Baltimore's offense was efficient despite modest volume, collecting just 6 hits but converting 4 home runs into 6 RBIs while striking out 10 times; the Orioles' .718 OPS reflected their ability to manufacture runs through the long ball despite a .238 batting average. Kansas City managed only 2 hits and 1 run, with their pitching staff surrendering all 6 earned runs while striking out 10 Baltimore batters. The Royals' pitchers allowed a 4.91 ERA on the afternoon, unable to contain the Orioles' home-run onslaught. Baltimore's pitching was solid, limiting Kansas City to just 2 hits and 1 earned run with 9 strikeouts, though an error and 4.32 ERA suggested some inefficiency. The disparity in power production—four homers versus none—underscored the gap between the clubs on the night. Baltimore's offensive approach centered on the home run may signal a shift in their lineup strategy heading into the second half.