Rangers starting pitcher Martin Perez allowed a run-scoring single to Brian Roberts in the second, a solo home run to Manny Machado in the third and a two-run single to J.J. Hardy in the fifth inning of an an 8-4 victory Tuesday night against the Orioles.

Perez (3-1) allowed four runs -- two earned -- on six hits and a walk while striking out four over six innings.

Perez is 3-0 with a 1.44 ERA over his last three starts. He has not lost a decision since his season debut May 27. He's scheduled to make his next start Sunday at Detroit.