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Pete Alonso Launches First Orioles Home Run Off Jacob deGrom

The moment blended a notable first with a viral exchange that spotlighted his transition to Baltimore.

Mar 18, 2026; Dunedin, Florida, USA; Baltimore Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso (25) is congratulated after he scored a run during the first inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at TD Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images.
An image collage containing 3 images, Image 1 shows Texas Rangers pitcher throwing a baseball, Image 2 shows Baseball player in an Orioles uniform running on the field, Image 3 shows A baseball game with a pitcher, catcher, and batter, scoreboard showing Texas 1, Orioles 0, bottom of the 4th inning, DeGrom pitching to Alonso
Mar 29, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso (25) singles during the seventh inning against the Minnesota Twins at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Alonso’s solo shot off former Mets teammate Jacob deGrom, which came Tuesday in the fourth inning at Camden Yards, tied the Rangers–Orioles game 1-1.
  • In the first inning, deGrom surprised Alonso with a pickoff throw to first, prompting smiles and a playful look between the ex-teammates.
  • Video of the pickoff and Alonso’s reaction spread quickly on X after Rob Friedman, known as PitchingNinja, posted the clip.
  • DeGrom finished with 4.2 innings, seven strikeouts, six hits allowed, and three earned runs, while Alonso collected two hits in four at-bats.
  • The home run is Alonso’s first with Baltimore after signing a five-year, $155 million contract in the offseason.