Orioles Defeat Twins 2-1 on Opening Day

Trevor Rogers throws 7 shutout innings in Baltimore's season opener

Mar. 27, 2026 at 2:12am

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Trevor Rogers pitched seven shutout innings and Colton Cowser and Blaze Alexander drove in runs in the seventh inning to give the Baltimore Orioles a 2-1 win over the Minnesota Twins on opening day Thursday at Camden Yards.

Why it matters

The Orioles are looking to build on a promising 2025 season and this win over a division rival on opening day is an encouraging start. Rogers' strong outing and the late-inning heroics from the offense provide optimism for the team's chances this year.

The details

Rogers allowed just three hits and four walks while inducing three double plays to keep the Twins off the scoreboard. The Orioles broke through against the Minnesota bullpen in the seventh, with Cowser's sacrifice fly and Alexander's RBI single providing the winning margin. The Twins scored a run in the eighth but Orioles closer Ryan Helsley struck out the side in the ninth to seal the victory.

  • The game was played on Thursday, March 27, 2026, the earliest opening day in Orioles franchise history.

The players

Trevor Rogers

The Orioles' starting pitcher, who threw seven shutout innings and earned the win in the season opener.

Colton Cowser

The Orioles outfielder who drove in the go-ahead run with a sacrifice fly in the seventh inning.

Blaze Alexander

The Orioles infielder who added an RBI single in the seventh inning to extend the team's lead.

Ryan Helsley

The Orioles closer who struck out the side in the ninth inning to earn the save.

Pete Alonso

The Orioles' new five-time All-Star first baseman, who went 0-for-3 with two strikeouts and a walk in his Baltimore debut.

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What they’re saying

“Won and 0 😤”

— Baltimore Orioles

“Blaze adds on 💪”

— Baltimore Orioles

What’s next

The Twins and Orioles will resume their series on Saturday, with right-hander Taj Bradley starting for Minnesota against Baltimore righty Kyle Bradish.

The takeaway

The Orioles' season-opening victory over the Twins showcases the team's strong pitching and timely hitting, providing an encouraging start to their 2026 campaign as they look to build on last year's progress and challenge for a playoff spot in the competitive AL East.