Ward Drives in 2, Scores as Orioles Top White Sox for 9th Straight

Baltimore completes 3-game sweep of Chicago with 5-3 win

Apr. 9, 2026 at 10:27am

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Taylor Ward drove in two runs and scored another as the Baltimore Orioles beat the Chicago White Sox 5-3 on Wednesday, completing a three-game sweep. The Orioles have now won nine straight games against the White Sox. Pete Alonso scored on a passed ball in the sixth inning to give Baltimore the lead, and Dylan Beavers added a sacrifice fly to make it 4-3. Ward had four hits on the day, including an RBI double in the ninth to provide insurance.

Why it matters

The Orioles have been one of the surprise teams in the American League this season, and this sweep of the White Sox extends their winning streak against Chicago to nine games. Baltimore is looking to build on its early success and make a push for the playoffs, while the White Sox are struggling to find consistency.

The details

Orioles starter Kyle Bradish allowed three runs (two earned) in five innings, with seven strikeouts and three walks. The White Sox took a 3-2 lead in the fifth inning thanks to three walks and two errors by Bradish, but the Orioles rallied with two runs in the sixth to take the lead for good. Ward had four hits, including a double and an RBI double in the ninth to provide insurance.

  • The Orioles have now won 9 straight games against the White Sox.
  • The series sweep was completed on Wednesday, April 9, 2026.

The players

Taylor Ward

Orioles outfielder who drove in two runs and scored another in the win.

Pete Alonso

Orioles first baseman who scored the go-ahead run on a passed ball in the sixth inning.

Dylan Beavers

Orioles outfielder who hit a sacrifice fly to give Baltimore a 4-3 lead in the sixth inning.

Kyle Bradish

Orioles starting pitcher who allowed three runs (two earned) in five innings.

Sean Burke

White Sox starting pitcher who went five innings and gave up two runs.

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What they’re saying

“We've been playing really good baseball lately and it's great to get another series win against a tough opponent like the White Sox.”

— Taylor Ward, Orioles Outfielder

What’s next

The Orioles return home to face the Giants in a three-game series starting on Friday, April 11. The White Sox head to Kansas City for a four-game set against the Royals.

The takeaway

The Orioles' hot start to the season continues with a sweep of the White Sox, extending their winning streak against Chicago to nine games. Baltimore is proving to be a force in the AL, while the White Sox are still searching for consistency.