WASHINGTON — The start to the third inning Tuesday was one that could have spiraled on Dean Kremer.
After two no-hit innings, the Orioles’ starting pitcher allowed a leadoff single. Then a two-base throwing error by Gunnar Henderson put runners on second and third with no outs against the top of the Washington Nationals’ batting order.
In need of swings and misses, Kremer didn’t turn to his curveball, his change-up or his new sweeper. Instead, the right-hander turned up the dial on his fastball, throwing 14 straight four-seamers and sinkers to strike out the side.
