The New York Mets have managed to put an end to what was their worst losing streak of the season. With the team in a moment of crisis, Pete Alonso put on the hero’s cape last Sunday by hitting a three-run homer in the 10th inning, propelling the team to a 5-2 victory and thus breaking an eight-game losing streak.
The team’s situation had been quite bad in terms of results and performance on the field. However, Pete Alonso’s role has been key to keeping hope alive with the objectives and, above all, to regain lost confidence.
Pete Alonso’s role
This decisive hit is just the latest chapter in an exceptional season for Pete Alonso, who has cemented his place in Mets history, not only with these plays that gave him a new record of five career walk-off home runs, but also became the franchise’s all-time home run leader, surpassing Darryl Strawberry in August.
Alonso currently ranks among the National League leaders with 34 home runs and 117 RBIs, confirming that he is a force to be reckoned with.
Carlos Mendoza’s confidence
Manager Carlos Mendoza praised Alonso’s ability to perform under pressure. “His ability to stay focused… he’s an elite hitter and a clutch hitter”.
The manager added that Alonso’s strength is such that “practically all he has to do is touch the ball and it will fly away”, a testament to his power and calmness in crucial moments.
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