New Delhi, July 11 -- The Baltimore Orioles opened a doubleheader against the New York Mets with a thrilling 3-1 win on Thursday (July 10). The victory was powered by Gunnar Henderson's first career pinch-hit home run.

The win provided a much-needed boost for Baltimore, following a trade that sent reliever Bryan Baker to Tampa Bay Rays. With sharp pitching and timely hitting, the Orioles defeated the Mets in a tightly contested game played at Camden Yards.

The game's turning point arrived in the eighth inning when Baltimore's offense was in focus.

Colton Cowser set the stage with a leadoff single off Mets starter David Peterson, who was replaced by reliever Ryne Stanek (2-5) after 87 pitches.

Orioles interim manager Tony Mansolino sen...