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Orioles Edge Red Sox 4-2; Alonso’s 12th HR Powers Win

6/3/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Baltimore Orioles defeated the Boston Red Sox 4–2 at Fenway Park on June 3, 2026.
Pete Alonso hit his 12th home run of the season, driving in his 38th RBI during the win.
Shane Baz threw seven innings, allowed four hits and struck out six, earning his second consecutive win.
Rico Garcia recorded his fourth save by striking out two batters in the ninth inning.

History

Historical Context

The Boston Red Sox’s historic 2004 ALCS comeback—becoming the first MLB team to overturn a 3-0 deficit and ending an 86-year World Series drought—redefined the AL East power balance. That legacy fuels the renewed rivalry, as the Orioles’ 4-2 victory at Fenway on June 3 2026, highlighted by Pete Alonso’s 12th homer and Shane Baz’s six-strikeout outing, positions Baltimore as a credible challenger for the division title.

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Story summary

The Baltimore Orioles defeated the Boston Red Sox 4–2 at Fenway Park on June 3, 2026.
Pete Alonso hit his 12th home run of the season, driving in his 38th RBI during the win.
Shane Baz threw seven innings, allowed four hits and struck out six, earning his second consecutive win.
Rico Garcia recorded his fourth save by striking out two batters in the ninth inning.

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