What happened: Zach Lowe noted that Pete Alonso 'seems pretty good' after the first baseman extended the Baltimore Orioles' lead with a two-run shot. The drive marked Alonso's second home run of the game.
Why it matters: The performance underscores a standout season for Alonso, who was recently named the unanimous 2026 Most Valuable Oriole. Baltimore relied on the offense to extend its advantage in the first game of Wednesday's doubleheader against the Blue Jays.
By the numbers: Alonso recently reached the 40-homer mark for the current campaign.
What to watch: Baltimore looks to secure the victory and carry the momentum into the second game of the twin bill.