Overview

• Alonso slugged his 253rd homer to surpass Darryl Strawberry’s franchise mark and added a second blast in the same game, cementing his place atop the Mets’ career leaderboard.
• The Mets held a pregame ceremony at Citi Field featuring a video tribute narrated by Strawberry and a standing ovation from teammates and fans.
• Ford commemorated Alonso’s milestone with a gift of a new F-150 truck, underscoring the achievement’s resonance for the organization and its partners.
• SNY announcer Gary Cohen’s emphatic call drew praise from local voices such as Don La Greca and criticism from ESPN’s Chris Russo, highlighting a divide between New York supporters and national commentators.
• With a 2026 opt-out and Spotrac projecting a potential six-year, $179 million market, Alonso’s record night has intensified debate over whether the Mets will match rival offers.