{"id":177860,"date":"2026-04-18T11:59:26","date_gmt":"2026-04-18T11:59:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportnews.azontree.com\/?p=177860"},"modified":"2026-04-18T11:59:26","modified_gmt":"2026-04-18T11:59:26","slug":"%f0%9f%9a%a8rumor-mill-heating-up-the-thought-of-pete-alonso-in-an-baltimore-orioles-uniform-sounds-like-a-dream-but-is-it-too-good-to-be-true-%f0%9f%98%b3-massive-power-massive-contract","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportnews.azontree.com\/?p=177860","title":{"rendered":"\ud83d\udea8RUMOR MILL HEATING UP: The thought of Pete Alonso in an Baltimore Orioles uniform sounds like a dream\u2014but is it too good to be true? \ud83d\ude33  Massive power, massive contract, and even bigger expectations. Moves like this can redefine a franchise\u2026 or quietly become a regret no one saw coming.  If this ever becomes real, it won\u2019t just shake Baltimore\u2014it could shift the balance across the entire league."},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images2.minutemediacdn.com\/image\/upload\/c_crop,x_0,y_117,w_4539,h_2553\/c_fill,w_720,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto\/images\/ImagnImages\/mmsport\/11\/01kp9m27cs5cffs480k1.jpg\" alt=\"Apr 13, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA;  Baltimore Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso (25) in the dugout before the game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\">\n<section class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:52148562-3ecf-4d07-9f32-4e0fe9e1e721-4\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-10\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"0\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"89a7eb17-c745-4359-b6f0-b3576d7e47e6\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\">\n<p data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"94\"><strong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"94\">Baltimore Orioles Urged to Stay Patient with Pete Alonso Despite Slow Start in 2026 Season<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"431\">The <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Baltimore Orioles<\/span><\/span> made one of the boldest moves of the offseason by signing slugger <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Pete Alonso<\/span><\/span> to a massive five-year, $155 million contract. The deal signaled a clear intention: Baltimore wanted a proven power bat to anchor the middle of its lineup and elevate its offensive ceiling.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"516\">Just a few weeks into the season, however, early concerns are beginning to surface.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"807\">Alonso\u2019s slow start at the plate has raised eyebrows, but the reality is more nuanced than the raw numbers suggest. While expectations are understandably high for a player of his caliber and contract value, the Orioles are in a position where patience is not just preferred\u2014it\u2019s necessary.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"809\" data-end=\"812\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"4bhakb\" data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"855\">A Slow Start, but Not a Definitive One<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wp.clutchpoints.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Orioles-news-Baltimore-shocks-MLB-with-Pete-Alonso-155-million-contract-agreement.jpg?resize=1200,900\" alt=\"Orioles news: Pete Alonso just made first base contract history with $155  million deal\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"857\" data-end=\"1098\">Through his first stretch of games, <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Pete Alonso<\/span><\/span> is hitting .197\/.329\/.348 with two home runs and seven RBIs. Those numbers fall short of what both the player and the organization envisioned when the deal was signed.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1123\">Still, context matters.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1350\">Baseball is a sport defined by long seasons and statistical variance. A sample size of fewer than 20 games is far too small to draw meaningful conclusions, especially for a hitter with an established track record like Alonso.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1566\">It\u2019s also common for players to press early after signing a major contract. The desire to immediately justify the investment can lead to overaggressive swings, altered approaches, and temporary dips in performance.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1571\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"f5aq2s\" data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1611\">The Pressure of a $155 Million Deal<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1833\">There\u2019s no ignoring the weight that comes with a contract of this magnitude. By committing $155 million over five years, the <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Baltimore Orioles<\/span><\/span> made Alonso a central figure in their offensive identity.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1835\" data-end=\"1860\">That brings expectations:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1968\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1eo4m7o\" data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1893\">Consistent power production<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"ceo57q\" data-start=\"1894\" data-end=\"1929\">Middle-of-the-order reliability<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"zgt9c0\" data-start=\"1930\" data-end=\"1968\">Leadership presence in big moments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1970\" data-end=\"2212\">Complicating matters is Alonso\u2019s player profile. While he is one of the premier power hitters in baseball, he is not known for defensive versatility. Investing heavily in a bat-first player\u2014especially one entering his 30s\u2014always carries risk.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2214\" data-end=\"2304\">Baltimore understood that risk but prioritized his ability to change games with one swing.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2306\" data-end=\"2309\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"o6yfpc\" data-start=\"2311\" data-end=\"2356\">Signs of Encouragement Beneath the Surface<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net\/tenant\/amp\/entityid\/AA20EQTB.img?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;m=4&amp;q=94\" alt=\"MLB: Million-dollar fiasco? Pete Alonso's heartfelt confession after dismal  Orioles debut\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2358\" data-end=\"2515\">Despite the underwhelming batting average and limited power output so far, there are encouraging indicators that suggest Alonso\u2019s struggles may be temporary.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1xy32yk\" data-start=\"2517\" data-end=\"2554\">Plate Discipline Remains Strong<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2555\" data-end=\"2776\">Alonso has already drawn 13 walks, ranking among the top players in Major League Baseball. This suggests that pitchers are still approaching him with caution, avoiding the strike zone rather than challenging him directly.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2778\" data-end=\"2803\">That\u2019s a critical detail.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2805\" data-end=\"2992\">If opposing pitchers feared him less, they would attack aggressively. Instead, they continue to pitch around him\u2014an indication that his reputation as an elite power threat remains intact.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"14m9bs7\" data-start=\"2994\" data-end=\"3030\">Respect from Opposing Pitchers<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3031\" data-end=\"3236\">The reluctance to throw hittable pitches means Alonso isn\u2019t seeing many easy opportunities. That can contribute to lower batting averages early on, but it also reflects how dangerous he is perceived to be.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"rl4w3w\" data-start=\"3238\" data-end=\"3283\">Small Moments Can Spark Big Turnarounds<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3284\" data-end=\"3550\">Alonso recently delivered a home run that quickly became a fan-favorite highlight\u2014caught by a spectator wearing a polar bear head, a nod to his \u201cPolar Bear\u201d nickname. While symbolic, moments like these can sometimes help players reset mentally and regain confidence.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3552\" data-end=\"3657\">Baseball often turns on rhythm and timing, and one good swing can be the beginning of a breakout stretch.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3659\" data-end=\"3662\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"10cs1he\" data-start=\"3664\" data-end=\"3701\">Orioles\u2019 Broader Offensive Context<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3703\" data-end=\"3803\">Alonso\u2019s slow start has been amplified by a larger issue: inconsistency across the Orioles\u2019 offense.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3805\" data-end=\"4050\">The <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Baltimore Orioles<\/span><\/span> experienced similar streakiness last season, and those patterns appear to be resurfacing. When a team struggles collectively, individual slumps tend to stand out more\u2014especially for high-profile players.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4052\" data-end=\"4182\">If the lineup around Alonso begins to stabilize, it could ease the pressure on him and create better opportunities for production.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"4184\" data-end=\"4187\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"kgl35r\" data-start=\"4189\" data-end=\"4219\">Proven Track Record Matters<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4221\" data-end=\"4285\">One of the strongest arguments for patience is Alonso\u2019s history.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4287\" data-end=\"4596\">Before joining Baltimore, <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Pete Alonso<\/span><\/span> built his reputation with the <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">New York Mets<\/span><\/span> as one of the most consistent power hitters in the league. He has delivered multiple high-home-run seasons and remains a constant threat to change the game with a single at-bat.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4598\" data-end=\"4681\">Players with that level of production do not suddenly lose their ability overnight.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4683\" data-end=\"4749\">More often, early-season slumps are corrections waiting to happen.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"4751\" data-end=\"4754\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1eehao6\" data-start=\"4756\" data-end=\"4791\">When Should Concern Become Real?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4793\" data-end=\"4864\">While patience is the correct approach now, it won\u2019t last indefinitely.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4866\" data-end=\"5088\">If Alonso\u2019s struggles extend deeper into the season\u2014particularly into the summer months\u2014then concerns will become more legitimate. At that point, questions about adjustment, aging, and long-term value may begin to surface.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5090\" data-end=\"5122\">Key indicators to watch include:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"5124\" data-end=\"5261\">\n<li data-section-id=\"vcnpsl\" data-start=\"5124\" data-end=\"5145\">Hard contact rate<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"167njgu\" data-start=\"5146\" data-end=\"5166\">Strikeout trends<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"knfglj\" data-start=\"5167\" data-end=\"5212\">Performance against fastballs in the zone<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1efe5w\" data-start=\"5213\" data-end=\"5261\">Consistency with runners in scoring position<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"5263\" data-end=\"5386\">If those metrics begin trending negatively over a larger sample size, the conversation will shift from patience to concern.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"5388\" data-end=\"5391\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"114wazr\" data-start=\"5393\" data-end=\"5410\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5412\" data-end=\"5548\">For now, the <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Baltimore Orioles<\/span><\/span> have little choice but to stay the course with <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Pete Alonso<\/span><\/span>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5550\" data-end=\"5665\">The investment is significant, the expectations are high, and the early returns are underwhelming\u2014but not alarming.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5667\" data-end=\"5793\">Baseball seasons are marathons, not sprints. And players of Alonso\u2019s caliber often find their rhythm sooner rather than later.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5795\" data-end=\"5906\">The power is still there. The respect from pitchers hasn\u2019t faded. The results just haven\u2019t fully caught up yet.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5908\" data-end=\"6029\">If and when they do, this early-season concern could quickly turn into a distant memory rather than a defining narrative.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6031\" data-end=\"6085\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">For now, patience isn\u2019t just advisable\u2014it\u2019s essential.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"text-center\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pointer-events-none h-px w-px absolute bottom-0\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-edge=\"true\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Baltimore Orioles Urged to Stay Patient with Pete Alonso Despite Slow Start in 2026 Season The Baltimore Orioles made one of the boldest moves of the offseason&#8230; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":177861,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-177860","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-mlb"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v23.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>\ud83d\udea8RUMOR MILL HEATING UP: The thought of Pete Alonso in an Baltimore Orioles uniform sounds like a dream\u2014but is it too good to be true? \ud83d\ude33 Massive power, massive contract, and even bigger expectations. 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