Francisco Alvarez Delivers Walk-Off Homer for Mets Victory Over Orioles

In a thrilling finish at Citi Field, Francisco Alvarez hit a dramatic walk-off home run, leading the New York Mets to a 4-3 victory against the Baltimore Orioles on August 20. The 421-foot blast in the bottom of the ninth marked Alvarez's first career walk-off hit, capping off a game where he contributed significantly with a hit, an RBI, a run scored, and a walk. The Mets initially took control of the game with a two-run homer from Martinez in the first inning, which traveled 393 feet off Orioles starter Trevor Rogers. The Mets extended their lead in the fourth inning, but the Orioles managed to claw back, scoring their second run on a balk in the seventh inning, keeping the game competitive. As the game progressed to the final inning, Mets pinch hitter Jesse Winker struck out, setting the stage for Alvarez's heroics. Alvarez stepped up to the plate with the game on the line and delivered a powerful swing that secured the win for the Mets. On the mound, Mets relief pitcher Edwin Diaz was instrumental, not allowing any hits or runs in the ninth inning, earning his fourth win of the season. Despite the loss, Orioles' Urias had a strong performance, going 2 for 4 with two runs scored and an RBI, while first baseman Ryan Mountcastle also contributed with two hits.