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Pete Alonso Joins Orioles, Aims to Win Over John Oliver

2/26/2026

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Pete Alonso signed with Baltimore Orioles for five years at $155 million.
He aims to win over John Oliver (the comedian) by inviting John Oliver's son and family to Camden Yards.
Oliver's son expressed interest in switching allegiances after learning Alonso left.
Oliver has told his son that switching teams is not an option.
Orioles face the Mets in September, giving the family a chance to see Alonso in Queens.

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Story summary

Pete Alonso signed with Baltimore Orioles for five years at $155 million.
He aims to win over John Oliver (the comedian) by inviting John Oliver's son and family to Camden Yards.
Oliver's son expressed interest in switching allegiances after learning Alonso left.
Oliver has told his son that switching teams is not an option.
Orioles face the Mets in September, giving the family a chance to see Alonso in Queens.