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MLB·RECAP·August 19, 2026 10:37 PM ET

Pete Alonso go-ahead home run erased by foul ball replay review

The at-bat resumed and ultimately ended in a strikeout.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 201 min read
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Pete Alonso’s go-ahead home run was ruled foul even by the replay official. Technically, they said they couldn’t tell fo Via @JonHeyman on X

What happened: A potential go-ahead home run hit by Pete Alonso was ruled a foul ball and upheld following a replay review. Replay officials determined they lacked definitive visual evidence to confirm the ball landed in fair territory.

Why it matters: The ruling erased a potential late-game lead. The incident highlights the limitations of current camera angles when tracking high fly balls directly down the foul line.

What to watch: The league may face further questions regarding the technology and camera placements used to determine boundary calls.

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