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Alonso, Holliday power Orioles to 7-4 victory Friday

PUBLISHED May 22, 2026, 11:02 PM ET

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Baltimore. Pete Alonso homered and drove in four runs, and Jackson Holliday hit a go-ahead two-run homer Friday night at Camden Yards as the Baltimore Orioles beat the Detroit Tigers 7-4. Alonso’s three-run shot in the third and Holliday’s fourth-inning blast were the primary scoring plays that decided the game. The win left Baltimore 22-29 and snapped a three-game losing streak, while Detroit dropped its seventh straight game. Jack Flaherty was charged with six runs and removed after 3 1/3 innings; Chris Bassitt earned the victory in relief, and Statcast recorded Holliday’s homer distance during the matchup this week.

By Daniel Hayes | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Earlier this week: Jackson Holliday returned from the injured list after a fractured hamate bone.
Friday, second inning: Leodys Taveras doubled; Tigers took an early lead via Detroit hits.
Friday, third inning: Pete Alonso hit a three-run homer off Jack Flaherty to put Baltimore ahead.
Friday, fourth inning: A balk tied the game and Jackson Holliday hit a go-ahead two-run homer.
Friday, later innings: Chris Bassitt recorded the win in relief and the Orioles held on for a 7-4 victory.

News Intelligence

The Orioles' victory is a morale boost for Baltimore fans, ending a three-game losing streak. If you're a fan, celebrate the win and keep an eye on Pete Alonso and Jackson Holliday. They're showing strong form after Holliday's return from injury.

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Who Benefited

The Baltimore Orioles benefited from timely power hitting by Pete Alonso and Jackson Holliday, a relief win by Chris Bassitt, and a victory that helped the team snap a three-game skid while improving to 22-29.

Who Impacted

The Detroit Tigers suffered their seventh straight loss after Jack Flaherty allowed six runs in 3 1/3 innings and the offense could not overcome Baltimore’s homers, extending the team's losing streak.

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