The Boston Red Sox played the Baltimore Orioles in Game 3 of the 2023 MLB season. The game saw the Red Sox take an early lead with a three-run homer from outfielder Adam Duvall in the first inning. The Orioles tried to rally back with a solo home run from first baseman Trey Mancini in the fourth inning but were unable to score any more runs.


The Red Sox continued to extend their lead in the bottom of the fifth inning, with a two-run single from outfielder Alex Verdugo and a two-run homer from infielder Kolten Wong. The Orioles attempted to mount a comeback in the ninth inning, scoring two runs off a single from Mancini and a double from outfielder Austin Hays, but it was not enough to overcome the Red Sox lead.


Red Sox starting pitcher Reese McGuire had a strong outing, pitching seven innings and allowing only one run on four hits. He also struck out seven batters and walked none. Reliever Caleb Turner pitched the final two innings, giving up two runs on three hits.


The Red Sox lineup showed a strong performance, with Duvall, Verdugo, Wong, and catcher Josh McGuire all recording multiple hits. Duvall and Wong also had multiple RBIs in the game.


Overall, the Red Sox dominated the Orioles in Game 3, winning by a score of 8-3. The win brings the Red Sox to a record of 2-1 for the season, while the Orioles fall to 1-2.