Pete Alonso's first RBI with Orioles propels Baltimore to 8-6 win over Twins

Alonso's go-ahead single in the 7th inning helped the Orioles rally from an early 4-0 deficit.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 3:48am

Pete Alonso singled home the go-ahead run in the seventh inning, Tyler O'Neill hit a three-run homer, and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Minnesota Twins 8-6 on Sunday. The Twins had jumped out to a 4-0 lead, but the Orioles came back to win the deciding game of the season-opening, three-game series.

Why it matters

Alonso's first RBI with the Orioles after signing as a free agent in the offseason helped the team rally from an early deficit and win the series against the Twins, an important early-season matchup between two AL playoff contenders.

The details

After the Twins took a 4-0 lead against Orioles newcomer Shane Baz, Baltimore bounced back. Alonso's single in the 7th inning gave the Orioles the lead, and they added two more runs that inning. The Twins had tied it at 5-5 in the 7th on a homer by Royce Lewis, but the Orioles bullpen was able to hold on for the win.

  • The game was played on Sunday, March 30, 2026.
  • Alonso's go-ahead single came in the 7th inning.

The players

Pete Alonso

A free agent signing by the Orioles in the offseason, Alonso delivered the go-ahead RBI single in the 7th inning to propel Baltimore to the win.

Tyler O'Neill

The Orioles outfielder hit a three-run homer in the 4th inning to help Baltimore rally from an early 4-0 deficit.

Shane Baz

The Orioles' new starting pitcher, making his debut for the team, struggled early but the offense was able to overcome his shaky outing.

Royce Lewis

The Twins' shortstop hit a game-tying home run in the 7th inning to briefly even the score before the Orioles regained the lead.

Rico Garcia

The Orioles reliever got the final out in the 7th inning to earn the win.

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What they’re saying

“It was huge to get that first RBI with the Orioles. I'm just glad I could come through and help the team get the win.”

— Pete Alonso

What’s next

The Orioles will host the Texas Rangers on Monday night, with Chris Bassitt making his Baltimore debut. The Twins will travel to Kansas City to face the Royals, with Simeon Woods Richardson on the mound.

The takeaway

Alonso's clutch hitting and the Orioles' ability to rally from an early deficit showed the team's offensive firepower and resilience, which will be important as they look to compete in the tough AL East division this season.