NewsWFLA News Channel 8August 22, 2026Hillsborough
Baltimore Orioles defeat Tampa Bay Rays 5-3
The Baltimore Orioles defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 5-3 on Friday night following a two-run home run by Pete Alonso. The victory featured a seven-inning performance by pitcher Trevor Rogers.
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This game affects the standings in the American League East division.
Key Facts
- The Baltimore Orioles defeated the Tampa Bay Rays with a final score of 5-3.
- The game took place on Friday night.
- Pete Alonso hit his 30th home run of the season, which served as the go-ahead run.
- Trevor Rogers pitched seven innings for the Orioles.
- Trevor Rogers recorded six strikeouts during the game.
- The Tampa Bay Rays are currently the leaders of the AL East division.
Who's Mentioned
personDylan Beavers“Baltimore Orioles player.”personJackson Holliday“Baltimore Orioles player.”other13“Length of Pete Alonso's hitting streak.”personPete Alonso“Baltimore Orioles player who hit his 30th home run.”other443“Distance in feet of Pete Alonso's home run.”personFreddy Peralta“Tampa Bay Rays pitcher.”personRico Garcia“Baltimore Orioles pitcher who earned a save.”personTrevor Rogers“Baltimore Orioles pitcher who struck out six.”other410“Distance in feet of Kenny Piper's home run.”personChandler Simpson“Tampa Bay Rays player.”other480“Pete Alonso's batting average during his streak.”personKenny Piper“Tampa Bay Rays player who hit his first career home run.”organizationBaltimore Orioles“The winning baseball team.”organizationTampa Bay Rays“The losing baseball team.”other30“Number of home runs hit by Pete Alonso.”