The Baltimore Orioles made franchise history Friday, introducing Pete Alonso as their newest slugger in what's arguably the biggest free agent signing in team history.

The first baseman, nicknamed "The Polar Bear," wrapped up his introductory news conference at Camden Yards just minutes ago, expressing his excitement about joining the organization.

"Every time that we've come here and I've played at Camden, I've really enjoyed myself. It's a phenomenal baseball environment and it's a tremendously gorgeous park. I love playing here and getting involved in the community and kind of like immersing not just myself but my wife, my son, and our extended family like when we're here like this is gonna be home and for us we're incredibly grateful," Alonso said.

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