The legend of Pete Alonso with the New York Mets appears to be growing year by year. In the game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Alonso powered the Mets to a 6-1 victory by hitting two home runs and scoring five of the six runs.
With the first multi-homer game of the season, he tied David Wright’s record for the most career games with five or more RBIs. Alonso’s career home run total reached 240. This places him just two behind David Wright for second place in the team’s all-time list. Daryl Strawberry leads the Mets homer chart with 252.
Alonso climbed to the top of the National League RBI leaderboard, tying with 53. He is one behind MLB leader Rafael Devers. His hot streak has played a huge role in the Mets’ recent run. The team has won nine of their last eleven games. Thanks to his performances, the Mets were able to clinch the season series against the Dodgers.
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Committed to be a Legend
Earlier this year, Alonso reaffirmed his commitment to the Mets by signing a two-year, $54 million contract. This includes a $24 million player option for the 2026 season. His decision to stay with the team after turning down a more lucrative offer from the Toronto Blue Jays underscores his dedication to the New York ooufit.
Alonso’s recent achievements have strengthened his case for MVP. It also cemented his status as one of the most iconic players in Mets history. As he keeps breaking records and leading the team, fans and analysts alike are recognizing the major impact he’s making on the franchise’s legacy.
With the win, the Mets maintained the top record in the National League, improving to 39-23 and 4-2 against the Dodgers with the series finale on Thursday.
