Pete Alonso comments on Orioles' trade of Adley Rutschman to Red Sox
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 9:25 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Pete Alonso addressed the media following the Baltimore Orioles' trade of Adley Rutschman to the Boston Red Sox. Alonso acknowledged comments made by GM Mike Elias and emphasized the need for the team, currently 54-58 and 2.5 games back in the wildcard race, to play better baseball. He noted the emotional impact of the trade, as Rutschman was well-liked in the clubhouse. The Orioles are slated to face the Los Angeles Angels at Camden Yards on Tuesday night.
- •Pete Alonso spoke after Adley Rutschman's trade to Boston.
- •Orioles currently sit 4th in the AL East.
- •Team needs to improve to aid Elias's efforts.
- •Rutschman was a popular teammate and friend.
- •Orioles play the Angels next at Camden Yards.
- 9:25 PMYahoo Sports — Pete Alonso speaks out after Orioles trade Adley Rutschman
"Pete Alonso, the Baltimore Orioles first baseman, shares his take on the Adley Rutschman trade to the Boston Red Sox.
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