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The Baltimore Orioles finished 79-82, fourth in the AL East, but Pete Alonso stole the show with 43 home runs, including a double-header rout of the Yankees. However, rain canceled the regular-season finale, leaving fans with unanswered questions about the roster.

We discuss whether Alonso's power can carry the team to contention, the complex third-base battle between Christian Encarnacion-Strand and Coby Mayo, and the critical need for two new starting pitchers. Catchers Samuel Basallo and Carlos Narvaez are also analyzed alongside the deep bullpen.

Key players discussed include Pete Alonso, Gunnar Henderson, Jackson Holliday, Chris Bassitt, Shane Baz, and Felix Bautista. Topics include the ABS challenge system, the Mets' Pete Alonso exit, and the Orioles' path to 95 wins in 2027.

In this episode: Pete Alonso's Power & Rain Cancellation · Roster Battles: Catchers & Third Base · Lightning Round & 2027 Predictions.

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Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/mlb/bal/2026-10-07/transcript.html

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