Orioles rally from 6-run deficit to beat Diamondbacks 9-7

Jeremiah Jackson hits grand slam and solo shot, Pete Alonso adds go-ahead 2-run homer in comeback win

Apr. 14, 2026 at 5:50am

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The Baltimore Orioles overcame a 7-1 deficit in the sixth inning, rallying to beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 9-7 on Monday night. Jeremiah Jackson hit a grand slam and a solo home run, while Pete Alonso put the Orioles ahead with a 7th-inning 2-run homer. The Orioles' bullpen shut down the Diamondbacks after starter Dean Kremer struggled early, allowing three home runs.

Why it matters

This comeback win showcases the Orioles' resilience and ability to battle back from a large deficit, an important quality for a team looking to compete in the AL East. The Diamondbacks' bullpen collapse also raises questions about their pitching depth and ability to protect leads.

The details

The Diamondbacks jumped out to a 7-1 lead, with Nolan Arenado hitting two home runs and Ketel Marte adding a pair of solo shots. But the Orioles rallied in the 6th, with Jackson hitting a grand slam off reliever Taylor Rashi. An inning later, Alonso put Baltimore ahead with a 2-run homer off Jonathan Loáisiga. Jackson added another solo shot in the 8th to make it 9-7. The Orioles' bullpen, led by Albert Suárez, Rico Garcia and Ryan Helsley, shut down the Diamondbacks the rest of the way.

  • The game was played on Monday, April 14, 2026.
  • Marte hit the first pitch of the game for a home run.
  • Marte and Arenado hit home runs in the 3rd and 4th innings to extend the Diamondbacks' lead.
  • Jackson hit his grand slam in the 6th inning to start the Orioles' comeback.
  • Alonso's go-ahead 2-run homer came in the 7th inning.

The players

Jeremiah Jackson

An Orioles outfielder who hit a grand slam and a solo home run to lead Baltimore's comeback.

Pete Alonso

The Orioles first baseman hit the go-ahead 2-run homer in the 7th inning to put Baltimore in front.

Nolan Arenado

The Diamondbacks third baseman hit two home runs and had 5 RBIs to help build Arizona's early lead.

Ketel Marte

The Diamondbacks second baseman hit a pair of solo home runs to contribute to Arizona's offensive outburst.

Dean Kremer

The Orioles starting pitcher struggled early, allowing 3 home runs, but kept the game close enough for the comeback.

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What they’re saying

“We never gave up, even when we were down big early. That's the kind of fight and resilience this team has shown all season.”

— Jeremiah Jackson, Orioles Outfielder

“Our bullpen just couldn't hold the lead. We have to find a way to finish games when we get out to big advantages like that.”

— Torey Lovullo, Diamondbacks Manager

What’s next

The Orioles will look to build on this comeback win as they continue their series against the Diamondbacks on Tuesday, with Trevor Rogers taking the mound for Baltimore against Merrill Kelly for Arizona.

The takeaway

This game highlighted the Orioles' resilience and ability to battle back from large deficits, a valuable trait for a team looking to compete in the tough AL East. It also exposed issues with the Diamondbacks' bullpen and their inability to protect big leads, an area they'll need to address moving forward.