Pete Alonso Keeps Making History! Reaches 40 Home Runs for the Orioles
Pete Alonso continues to prove that his power is as consistent as ever. The Baltimore Orioles first baseman has now hit 40 or more home runs in four of his eight MLB seasons, reaching the milestone again in 2026 during his first year with Baltimore.
Alonso reached his 40th home run of the season on his son Teddy's first birthday, making the moment even more memorable. The slugger actually went deep twice in the game, helping the Orioles complete a 4-3 comeback victory over the Toronto Blue Jays.
The big performance also pushed Alonso to 108 RBIs, putting him among the American League leaders in that category and further highlighting his impact in the heart of Baltimore's lineup.
The 2026 season marks a new chapter for Alonso after spending the early part of his career with the New York Mets. He signed a five-year, $155 million contract with the Orioles in December 2025, becoming one of the centerpiece additions to Baltimore's offense.
Since arriving in Baltimore, Alonso has delivered exactly what the Orioles hoped for: elite home-run power and run production. His ability to consistently threaten opposing pitchers has made him a major force in the middle of the lineup.
Reaching the 40-homer mark for the fourth time in his career also puts Alonso in an exclusive group of MLB sluggers known for sustained power over multiple seasons. Even after changing teams, his production has remained remarkably consistent.
Pete Alonso is showing that wherever he plays, the power follows—and his first season in Baltimore has already become another memorable chapter in his career.
This is Pete Alonso's 8th MLB season 🐻❄️
— MLB (@MLB) September 22, 2026
He's hit 40+ homers in half of them 😳 https://t.co/JUsdjBjJRE pic.twitter.com/c45sGYiCe0