Orioles Fend Off Twins to Take Series

Tyler O'Neill's three-run homer helps Baltimore rally for 8-6 victory

Mar. 30, 2026 at 2:49am

The Baltimore Orioles came from behind to beat the Minnesota Twins 8-6 on Sunday, winning the series 2-1. Tyler O'Neill hit a three-run home run in the fourth inning to tie the game, and the Orioles scored three runs in the seventh to take the lead for good. Rico Garcia earned the win in relief, while Ryan Helsley recorded the save for Baltimore.

Why it matters

The Orioles' comeback win over the Twins to take the series is an encouraging start to the season for Baltimore, who are looking to build on their success from last year. The game featured several lead changes and dramatic moments, showcasing the competitiveness between these two AL playoff contenders.

The details

The Twins jumped out to an early 4-0 lead, with Tristan Gray driving in three runs with a double in the second inning. But the Orioles rallied, starting with Tyler O'Neill's three-run homer in the fourth to tie the game. Baltimore then scored three runs in the seventh inning, with Pete Alonso, Adley Rutschman, and Coby Mayo all driving in runs to put the Orioles ahead for good. The Twins threatened in the ninth but couldn't complete the comeback.

  • The game was played on Sunday, March 30, 2026.
  • O'Neill's three-run homer came in the fourth inning.
  • The Orioles scored three runs in the seventh inning to take the lead.

The players

Tyler O'Neill

Orioles outfielder who hit a three-run home run to tie the game in the fourth inning.

Pete Alonso

Orioles first baseman who drove in a run in the seventh inning to give Baltimore the lead.

Adley Rutschman

Orioles pinch hitter who drove in a run in the seventh inning to extend Baltimore's lead.

Coby Mayo

Orioles infielder who drove in a run in the seventh inning as part of Baltimore's three-run rally.

Tristan Gray

Twins infielder who drove in three runs with a double in the second inning to give Minnesota an early lead.

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What they’re saying

“We knew we had to fight back after falling behind early, and the guys really stepped up in that big seventh inning to take control of the game.”

— Brandon Hyde, Orioles Manager

What’s next

The Orioles will look to build on this series win when they host the Tampa Bay Rays for a three-game set starting on Tuesday, April 1st.

The takeaway

This back-and-forth game showcased the competitiveness between these two AL playoff contenders, with the Orioles showing their resilience by rallying from an early deficit to take the series. Baltimore's offense came alive in the late innings to secure the victory.