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Orioles Stomp Rangers to Win 6th in Row

Hot start continues for team expected to be worst in AL

By Chip Bayers, Newser Staff

Posted Apr 8, 2008 4:57 PM CDT

(Newser) – The surprising Baltimore Orioles can win on the road too. Scott Moore and Luke Scott hit early home runs and Baltimore ruined the Texas Rangers' home opener with an 8-1 victory Tuesday. The Orioles (6-1) have the American League's best record and a six-game... Read full story »

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