Pete Alonso breaks hitting drought with home run in Mets’ defeat

Pete Alonso’s Impact Amid Mets’ Struggles

Pete Alonso is currently navigating a tough stretch with the Mets, contributing to a 17-game losing streak during Friday’s series opener.

Despite this, Alonso played a key role in a close game that ended with a 4-3 loss after ten innings at Citifield.

He faced left-handed pitcher Robbie Ray and managed to connect well in his first two at-bats, eventually leading off the seventh inning.

The Mets, who hadn’t scored since Tuesday, managed three runs, thanks in part to Alonso’s 23rd home run of the season, which trimmed the deficit to two runs with a shot to right center—certainly a highlight in a lackluster night.

This home run marked just Alonso’s second in the last 18 games, as he continues to pursue Daryl Strawberry’s franchise record of 252 home runs.

Alonso later added a sacrifice fly that knotted the game at 3-3.

Once Ray exited the game after seven innings, the Mets took their chances against the San Francisco bullpen.

Brandon Nimmo walked, and Francisco Lindor followed up with a single that set the stage for Juan Soto’s run-scoring hit, closing the gap to 3-2 with runners in scoring position.

Alonso’s fly ball to center then brought home Lindor, leveling the score.

However, after a pinch-hit walk from Ronnie Mauricio, Brett Baty’s groundout completed a frustrating sequence.

Alonso also drew a walk during the game.

Carlos Mendoza, the Mets’ manager, pointed out, “We saw some good signs from Pete today.”

Alonso reflected on his performance, saying, “When I get out of my plan, I chase off-speed pitches… I chased after a few heaters tonight.”

The Mets are hoping Alonso’s impressive 414-foot, 110-mph home run and a 108-mph sacrifice fly can reignite their offense.

Meanwhile, Lindor has struggled, going just 63 for 63 with 19 strikeouts over his last 14 games, and Soto was in a rut at 4 for 37 before his eighth hit drove in a run.

Certainly, Alonso has been a crucial piece of the Mets’ offense at the beginning of the season, yet he’s looking to rally the team as only Kyle Schwarber of the Phillies has scored more runs in the National League.