Pete Alonso shatters Mets' home run record with his 253rd career long ball
Pete Alonso Breaks Mets' Home Run Record in Epic Performance
New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso made history on Saturday, shattering Darryl Strawberry's all-time home run record in a stunning display of power hitting.
Alonso's previous home run tied him with Strawberry, a feat he achieved on Saturday. In the third inning, he broke the record with a solo shot, sending the crowd at Citi Field into a frenzy. The record-breaking home run came as a surprise, as it wasn't initially clear that Alonso would have an opportunity to break Strawberry's record this season.
Alonso, who agreed to a two-year contract worth $54 million with the Mets in late January, has been in outstanding form this season. He doubled in the second inning and hit a home run in the third, contributing significantly to the Mets' 13-5 victory over the Atlanta Braves.
The 27-year-old Alonso has played 965 games for the Mets as of Tuesday. He stood in the dugout after his record-breaking home run, tipping his helmet and absorbing a standing ovation from the ecstatic crowd. Alonso has expressed his ambition to join the 500-home run club before the end of his career and believes he can achieve this if he stays healthy and performs well.
Alonso moved ahead of David Wright for second place on the all-time Mets home run list. Strawberry set the Mets' all-time home run record playing for the team from 1983-90 in 1,109 games.
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In the past 10 games, Alonso has hit six home runs, including one that gave the Mets an 11-5 lead in their game against the Braves. Alonso's determination and impressive performance have solidified his position as a key player for the Mets and have excited fans about the team's future.
Pete Alonso's record-breaking performance on Saturday not only marked a significant milestone in his career but also added another chapter to the rich history of the New York Mets.
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