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ORIOLES POSTCAST: Gunnar Henderson MASHES go-ahead homer in Baltimore Orioles' win vs. White Sox

Apr 7, 2026
A 4-2 Baltimore win gets framed around Gunnar Henderson’s 105-mph, go-ahead two-run homer. Breakdown of Shane Smith’s outing and the bullpen’s clean innings. Defensive miscues and a replay challenge that changed the bases-loaded moment are examined. Preview of Trevor Rogers’ deception and the next day’s probable starters.
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INSIGHT

Gunnar Henderson Showing Early Power Revival

  • Gunnar Henderson is reasserting his power with back-to-back homers, showing early-season form after a down year.
  • Luke Slabaugh notes Henderson's fourth homer and a 389-foot shot the night before as evidence his power is returning.
ANECDOTE

Eighth Inning Rally Fueled By Blaze Alexander And Gunnar

  • The game turned in the top of the eighth when Blaze Alexander and Taylor Ward ripped back-to-back doubles to tie the game.
  • Luke describes Gunnar then homering on a 1-1 count off lefty Chris Murphy for a 105 mph, two-run shot.
INSIGHT

Trevor Rogers Extended Elite Stretch

  • Trevor Rogers continues elite run since May 24 last season, carrying a sub-2.00 ERA entering the start and retiring the first eight batters today.
  • Luke credits Rogers' deception and inside pitching to righties for his sustained success.
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