Game result and context
Baltimore Orioles defeat Toronto Blue Jays 4-3 in 2026 regular season matchup
The Baltimore Orioles overcame an early three-run deficit to defeat the Toronto Blue Jays 4-3, fueled by a multi-homer performance from Pete Alonso.
Final result
The Baltimore Orioles defeated the Toronto Blue Jays with a final score of 4-3 on September 21, 2026. The Orioles improved their record to 76-81, while the Blue Jays fell to 77-80.
How the game changed
Toronto jumped out to an early lead by scoring three runs in the first inning. Baltimore began their comeback in the bottom of the first when Pete Alonso hit a solo home run. The Orioles narrowed the gap in the sixth inning with a solo home run from Gunnar Henderson. In the eighth inning, Alonso delivered a two-run home run to secure the lead for Baltimore, which held through the final frame.
Key performances
Pete Alonso led the Baltimore offense, going 2-for-4 with two home runs and three RBIs. Gunnar Henderson contributed significantly as well, recording three hits in four at-bats, including a home run and one RBI. On the mound for Baltimore, Shane Baz pitched 6.2 innings, allowing three earned runs and striking out two batters. For Toronto, George Springer recorded two hits, and Nathan Lukes added one hit and one RBI. Chad Dallas provided 2.2 innings of relief for the Blue Jays, striking out four.
Season and playoff context
Following this game, the Toronto Blue Jays hold a 77-80 record, placing them fourth in their division and 3.5 games back in the wild-card race with a wild-card elimination number of 2. The Baltimore Orioles sit at 76-81, ranking fifth in the division and 4.5 games back in the wild-card standings, also with a wild-card elimination number of 2.