Orioles stumble as Albernaz’s comments ignite controversy after Padres loss
The Orioles were upended 9-3 by the Padres, failing to build a winning streak as Bogaerts left for concussion checks after a hit‑by‑pitch, and Gunnar Henderson again became a point of friction as the Padres pressed with inside pitches. Manager Craig Albernaz drew criticism for calling the sequence “the right way,” a remark seen by many fans as misjudged in light of the retaliation talk. The recap notes further tension surrounding the game’s late events, including ejections, ahead of the Sunday finale, which features a looming Trevor Rogers start and San Diego’s Walker Buehler on the mound.