Yankees believe Pete Alonso's potential go-ahead home run was foul: 'Sorry, Pete'
A disputed fly ball by Pete Alonso during the August 19, 2026, game between the Orioles and Yankees has sparked calls for improved stadium technology.
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The brief
On August 19, 2026, a fly ball hit by Pete Alonso was ruled a foul rather than a go-ahead home run during a game between the Yankees and the Orioles. While the Yankees maintained that the ruling was correct, the play triggered immediate debate regarding the officiating process.
SNY notes the sentiment within the Yankees organization, while MASN and Yahoo Sports highlight the subsequent push from the Orioles for the implementation of additional technology to assist in such calls. The game concluded with a 5-3 victory for the Yankees.
The accuracy of the ruling remains the central point of contention in current accounts. Coverage does not yet specify if officials will modify review procedures or introduce new tracking tools for future contests.
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Sources (8)
- Yankees grind out win over Orioles in game full of twists and turns Yahoo Sports · 11h ago
- Chris Bassitt Makes Controversial Statement Relating to Waved Off Pete Alonso Home Run Yahoo Sports · 11h ago
- Orioles’ Chris Bassitt: ‘Money’ why MLB won’t use technology on foul calls Baltimore Sun · 11h ago
- Fair or foul? Here’s everything to know about the Pete Alonso non-homer. The Baltimore Banner · 11h ago
- Following up on controversial Alonso fly ball and a non-home run MASN · 18h ago
- Yankees 5-3 Orioles (Aug 19, 2026) Game Recap ESPN · 18h ago
- Orioles call for more technology after Pete Alonso’s near-homer is ruled foul vs. Yankees Yahoo Sports · 18h ago
- Yankees believe Pete Alonso's potential go-ahead home run was foul: 'Sorry, Pete' SNY · 18h ago
Quick answers
What was the final score of the game?
The Yankees defeated the Orioles 5-3.
Why are the Orioles requesting more technology?
The team is advocating for improved tools following the ruling that Pete Alonso’s potential go-ahead home run was foul.
How did the Yankees respond to the play?
According to SNY, the Yankees maintained that the ball was foul.
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