Tyler O'Neill Leads Orioles to Record-Setting Opener

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Tyler O’Neill extended his Major League Baseball record by hitting a home run on Opening Day for the sixth consecutive year, this time in a 12-2 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays. O'Neill's performance was part of an explosive offensive display by the Orioles, who set a franchise record with six home runs on Opening Day, including two each by Adley Rutschman and Cedric Mullins. O'Neill's streak began in 2020 with the St. Louis Cardinals and continued with the Boston Red Sox before joining the Orioles. Zach Eflin pitched six strong innings, allowing only two hits, as the Orioles played their first season opener outside the United States. This victory also marked an end to Toronto's five-year Opening Day win streak. The Orioles' performance answered some preseason doubts about their lineup following key departures in the off-season.