Orioles Rally Late to Take Series From Twins

Baltimore overcomes early deficit with three-run 7th inning to win rubber match

Mar. 29, 2026 at 9:22pm

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The Baltimore Orioles came from behind to defeat the Minnesota Twins 8-6 on Sunday, winning the series 2-1. Tyler O'Neill hit a three-run homer in the 4th inning to start the Orioles' comeback, and they later rallied with a three-run 7th inning to take the lead for good.

Why it matters

The Orioles' series win over the Twins is an encouraging start to the season, as Baltimore looks to build on last year's surprise playoff appearance. Minnesota, meanwhile, will need to regroup after dropping two of three to open the year.

The details

O'Neill's 4th-inning blast tied the game at 3-3 after the Twins had jumped out to an early lead. Baltimore then took the lead in the 6th on a two-run double by Dylan Beavers, but Minnesota evened it up again in the 7th on a solo homer by Royce Lewis. In the bottom of the 7th, the Orioles rallied for three runs, with RBI hits from Pete Alonso, Adley Rutschman, and Coby Mayo giving them an 8-5 advantage. The Twins threatened in the 9th but could only muster one run, as Orioles closer Ryan Helsley secured the save.

  • The game was played on Sunday, March 29, 2026.
  • O'Neill's three-run homer came in the 4th inning.
  • The Orioles scored three runs in the 7th inning to take the lead.
  • Lewis' solo shot for the Twins tied the game 5-5 in the 7th inning.
  • The Orioles added three more runs in the bottom of the 7th inning.

The players

Tyler O'Neill

Orioles outfielder who hit a three-run home run to spark Baltimore's comeback.

Royce Lewis

Twins infielder who hit a solo home run to tie the game in the 7th inning.

Pete Alonso

Orioles first baseman who had a run-scoring hit in the 7th inning rally.

Adley Rutschman

Orioles catcher and pinch hitter who drove in a run in the 7th inning.

Coby Mayo

Orioles infielder who also had an RBI hit in the 7th inning comeback.

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What they’re saying

“We knew we had to keep battling. This team has shown a lot of fight, and we weren't going to give up today.”

— Tyler O'Neill, Orioles Outfielder

“It's tough to lose a close one like that, but we'll regroup and come back stronger tomorrow.”

— Royce Lewis, Twins Infielder

What’s next

The Orioles will look to build on this series win as they continue their homestand, while the Twins will try to bounce back in their home opener against the Guardians.

The takeaway

This back-and-forth game showcased the resilience of the Orioles, who refused to be deterred by an early deficit and rallied late to take the series from the Twins. It's an encouraging sign for Baltimore as they aim to build on last year's surprise playoff run.