Mets’ Pete Alonso doesn’t ‘want to get traded’ before deadline
ARLINGTON, Texas — Judging by the Mets’ moves — they’ve risen from last place, avoided a sale and are in position to make the playoffs at the All-Star break — it’s looking more likely that Pete Alonso will remain in Queens at least until the end of the season. The development was a welcome one […]
Pete Alonso set for another MLB Home Run Derby with history at stake
Pete Alonso, an All-Star for the fourth time in his career, now heads to Texas looking to become just the second player in history to win the Home Run Derby for the third time. Alonso, who hit his team-high 19th home run of the season against the Rockies on Sunday in an 8-5 loss to […]
Pete Alonso can’t wait for his Home Run Derby return
PITTSBURGH — Pete Alonso sees the Home Run Derby as a way to give back to the community, but he also gets the thrill of competing in an event he dreamed of taking part in since he was a child. “It’s a packed stadium, a sold-out stadium, and everybody’s watching the same thing,” the Mets […]
Mets’ Pete Alonso returning to Home Run Derby
Pete Alonso will end up returning to the Home Run Derby. Hours after being announced as the Mets’ lone representative at next week’s All-Star Game, Alonso revealed in an Instagram post that he will also be taking part in the Home Run Derby, a competition he has already won twice. Alonso’s Instagram post featured a […]
Pete Alonso named lone Mets All-Star Game representative
PITTSBURGH — The Mets will be bringing in a repeat player for the All-Star Game. On Sunday, Pete Alonso was the Mets’ lone representative when he was surprisingly selected to the National League All-Star team. Alonso was selected as the backup first baseman behind starter Bryce Harper. “I’m really fortunate,” Alonso said after the Mets […]
Pete Alonso’s Home Run Derby status dependent on All-Star nod
PITTSBURGH — Pete Alonso is waiting to qualify for the All-Star Game before considering whether to participate in the Home Run Derby. The Mets first baseman said Friday he’s taking the same approach as last season, waiting until the All-Star roster is announced before playing in his fourth consecutive Home Run Derby. Alonso won the […]
‘You Were Not Made Uncomfortable?’: MSNBC Host Presses Pete Buttigieg On Biden’s Capacity To Serve Second Term
MSNBC host Chris Jansing pressed Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg on President Joe Biden’s capacity to serve a second term following his disastrous debate performance. Democrats and the liberal media have not minced words regarding Biden’s raspy voice and stuttering of words during the Thursday night debate against former President Donald Trump. Buttigieg argued […]
Pete Maravich’s son, Josh, dead at 42
COVINGTON, La. — Former Louisiana State University basketball player Josh Maravich, son of the late basketball Hall of Famer Pete Maravich, has died at the age of 42, the university announced Saturday night. He died at his home on Friday, according to a statement from LSU. The cause of death was not released. Josh Maravich […]
Stars coach Pete DeBoer gives NSFW answer to rip reporter’s question
Pete DeBoer was buoyed by the Dallas Stars being described as “lackluster.” They squandered a chance to maintain home ice advantage. Losing a crucial fifth match The Stars are in danger of elimination after losing to the Oilers in the Western Conference finals. DeBoer, in his second year as head coach, was infuriated by a […]
Mets’ Pete Alonso delivers clutch pinch-hit double one day after injury scare
As Pete Alonso said about his injured right hand before Thursday’s 3-2 win over Arizona, he didn’t just dodge a bullet, he shot one. Alonso started Wednesday’s game against the Dodgers on the bench after being hit in the hand by a 93 mph fastball, but he came in to pinch hit for Brett Beatty […]