Pete Alonso lifts Mets over Pirates
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A 4-3 win over Paul Skenes and the Pittsburgh Pirates might register as another tally in the standings, but for the New York Mets, it was another data point in a growing case for Pete Alonso as the heartbeat of their 2025 campaign—and perhaps, a National League MVP candidate.
The New York Mets squeezed out a 4-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates, and although it can be considered another win, it meant so much more. Pete Alonso again showed the world why he is the pulse of the team.
The New York Mets are looking like serious contenders in the National League. However, they will face a big decision this offseason.
New York Mets star first baseman Pete Alonso was brutally honest about whether he felt ill will towards the team’s front office. The four-time All-Star could not reach a long-term extension with the franchise,
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Sportsnaut on MSNMLB analyst boldly predicts Pete Alonso’s hot start will lead to historic feat not seen in NL since 1937If not for New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge, Alonso would currently be the best hitter in baseball. Given his sizzling start, Yahoo Sports MLB analyst Jordan Shusterman predicts Alonso will win the Triple Crown this season, despite his career-high batting average being just .271.
The New York Mets signed Pete Alonso to a two-year, $54 million deal last offseason. However, his deal includes a player option for 2026.