During a doubleheader on May 24, 2026, Baltimore Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso made an error while attempting a double play against the Detroit Tigers. In the fourth inning, Alonso chose not to catch a ball hit by Dillon Dingler, which resulted in both runners being safe after a misplayed throw to second base. This error contributed to the Tigers scoring two runs in that inning. Despite Alonso's performance, the Orioles won the game 5-3, ending a three-game losing streak. Alonso also went 0-for-4 at the plate during the game, bringing his batting average to .224 for the season. He signed a five-year, $155 million contract with the Orioles in the offseason.
Pete Alonso makes error during game against Detroit Tigers
Pete Alonso of the Baltimore Orioles made an error during a game against the Detroit Tigers on May 24, 2026, while attempting a double play. Despite this, the Orioles won the game 5-3. Alonso also had a challenging day at the plate, going 0-for-4.
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Orioles star Pete Alonso commits embarrassing error while trying to pull off sneaky double play against Tigers
Pete Alonso makes error during game against Detroit Tigers