Alonso Stands Alone as Mets HR King with 253rd Blast Mets home run king Mets all-time HR record Pete Alonso becomes the New York Mets’ all-time home run leader with his 253rd career blast, then smashes another to rise further—celebrate his record-breaking power.
Pete Alonso etched his name into Mets lore this week, becoming New York’s all-time home run leader with his 253rd career long ball. What makes this milestone even sweeter: he didn’t stop there. The Polaris-like slugger followed it up with another homer before the night was over, making his mark unmistaka On Tuesday night at Citi Field, Alonso stepped to the plate in the third inning and unleashed a two-run rocket off Braves ace Spencer Strider. That swing sent him past Darryl Strawberry’s 37‑year-old franchise record of 252 career home runs
Why This Matters
A franchise icon rises: As a homegrown product since his 2016 draft, Alonso has been a cornerstone of Mets baseball. He exploded onto the scene in 2019 with 53 homers—a rookie and MLB record
Consistency and longevity: He climbed steadily past legendary figures like David Wright, then Strawberry. Notably, he tied the record only days earlier, hitting his 252nd long ball in Milwaukee
Quick and efficient: Alonso reached this pinnacle in just 965 games, compared to Strawberry’s 1,109. That speaks volumes about his consistency and elite power output
What Fans and Legends Are Saying
Darryl Strawberry himself shared a warm, heartfelt message with Alonso—an iconic gesture from one Mets legend to the next Meanwhile, Mets broadcaster Gary Cohen couldn’t contain his excitement, dubbing Alonso “the Polar Bear on his own private iceberg,” and teammate Keith Raad called his homer a “missile into right‑center”
In Context: Just How Impressive Is This?
Since debuting, Alonso has remained one of MLB’s most prolific sluggers. He’s a five‑time All-Star, Rookie of the Year, and a two‑time Home Run Derby champion His 2019 rookie season still stands out as one of the greatest power surges in recent memory.
He signed a substantial two-year deal this offseason—reportedly worth $54 million, with an opt‑out after 2025 This shows both the Mets’ commitment and Alonso’s faith in himself to continue delivering.
What Comes Next?
Alonso turning the Mets’ all-time home run title over opens exciting chapters ahead:
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Aiming higher: With 254 homers and climbing, the sky is still the limit. He’s not only chasing personal milestones but also forging franchise history.
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Legacy in the making: He’s already among the most feared sluggers in club history—now he’s cemented himself as the top home run hitter ever for the franchise.
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Season impact: With another power night under his belt, Alonso could be the spark the Mets need in a tight race or postseason push.
Final Thoughts
Pete Alonso didn’t just break the season’s narrative—he rewrote franchise history. In one electrifying night, he claimed the mantle of New York Mets all-time home run leader, then extended it. For fans and rivals alike, he’s more than a slugger: he’s the new standard.
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