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Pete Alonso hits 40 homers on son’s birthday
Orioles' Pete Alonso hits 40th homer on son's birthday to rally past Blue Jays
In brief
Orioles' Pete Alonso hits 40th homer on son's birthday to rally past Blue Jays Alonso's 40th home run on his son's birthday helps Orioles win despite season struggles Originally reported by The Banner.
Pete Alonso's birthday gift
Pete Alonso hit two home runs on his son Teddy's first birthday.
“Sick, yeah. 100%, it’s obviously special.”
40th home run milestone
Alonso reached 40 home runs in the MLB season with his 40th homer.
“He did so with his 39th and 40th home runs of the season.”
Orioles rally win
Orioles beat Blue Jays 4-3 with Alonso's two home runs.
“The Orioles, without a doubt, appreciated it Monday night.”
Season standings
Orioles have a 76-81 record with two games left to avoid elimination.
“Their elimination number remains two, but that still means Baltimore could be eliminated as early as Tuesday.”
Alonso's impact
Alonso leads American League with 108 RBIs and is the ninth player to hit 40 homers in a season.
“He’s the first to do so since Anthony Santander in 2024.”
Team struggles
Henderson has 24 homers but a low on-base-plus-slugging percentage of .718.
“Even with his 24 homers, Henderson’s on-base-plus-slugging percentage is just .718.”
Pitching issues
Shane Baz allowed three runs in the first inning but had a quality start.
“Baz became only the fourth pitcher since 2000 to manage a quality start after allowing the first three hitters to score.”
Injury concerns
Basallo took foul balls off his face and was checked by trainers.
“He felt fine, but he was flinching on some balls, so he’s getting looked at now.”
Game highlights
Alonso hit a sinker for his 40th homer in the eighth inning to seal the win.
“Alonso walloped a sinker on the inner half for his 40th homer.”
What to remember
Alonso's 40th home run on his son's birthday helps Orioles win despite season struggles
