# Alonso hits 41st homer, Orioles stay alive

> Pete Alonso's 41st homer lifts Orioles to sweep Blue Jays in AL Wild Card race
- Title: Alonso hits 41st homer, Orioles stay alive · Mlb | Shortify
- Summary: Pete Alonso's 41st homer lifts Orioles to sweep Blue Jays in AL Wild Card race Alonso's consistent performance keeps Orioles in AL Wild Card contention…
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## Alonso's 41st homer
Pete Alonso hit his 41st home run to give Orioles a 4-2 win over Blue Jays in Game 1.

> Having to watch other games and having your destiny in other peoples hands that sucks
## Sweeping doubleheader
Orioles won both games of the doubleheader to stay in AL Wild Card race.

> For us to come out, sweep the doubleheader, that's big time
## AL Wild Card standings
Orioles trail White Sox by 3.5 games for third AL Wild Card spot.

> Baltimore must sweep its final three-game series at Yankee Stadium
## Alonso's season record
Alonso has 41 homers and 110 RBIs, the most by a Baltimore player since 2015.

> He's one of only eight players to hit 41 or more homers in a season in Orioles history
## Alonso's mindset
Alonso says he feels no added pressure despite large contract and high expectations.

> It's not trying to be anything different or anything more or less than who I am
## Manager praise
Manager Craig Albernaz says Alonso leads team with strong work ethic and team focus.

> He wants everyone around him to do the same thing
## Key takeaway

Alonso's consistent performance keeps Orioles in AL Wild Card contention despite large contract