Pete Alonso smashed two home runs during the New York Mets’ 13-5 victory against the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday night, breaking the franchise record for career homers in the process. Alonso’s milestone came at Citi Field, where the crowd erupted in applause as he stepped up for a curtain call after shattering a 37-year-old record.

Details of Alonso’s Historic Night and Mets Offense

Alonso’s record-breaking homer came in the bottom of the third inning, a two–run blast to right-center field that was the 253rd of his career, surpassing Darryl Strawberry’s previous franchise record. He then added a 28th home run of the season in the sixth inning, marking his fourth multi-homer game this year. The Mets ended a seven-game losing streak fueled by a collective offensive effort, with Francisco Alvarez also hitting two home runs, while Brandon Nimmo and Brett Baty contributed additional long balls in New York’s powerful 16-hit attack.

Pitching Highlights from Mets and Other MLB Games

New York’s bullpen played a crucial role, as reliever Gregory Soto earned the win with 1 1/3 scoreless innings, and rookie Justin Hagenman recorded his first major league save by tossing four hitless innings. Starter Clay Holmes struggled but was supported despite allowing five runs and six hits over 3 2/3 innings, also walking five batters and striking out four.

Elsewhere in the league, Milwaukee extended its winning streak to 11 games with a 14-0 rout of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Freddy Peralta delivered six shutout innings, giving up only three hits to lead the Brewers to their dominant performance. Milwaukee’s offense included home runs by Sal Frelick, Brice Turang, Christian Yelich, Andrew Vaughn, and Caleb Durbin, while four pitchers combined to allow only four hits to the Pirates. Pittsburgh starter Paul Skenes, who entered the game with the best ERA in <a href="https://www.buzzineintl.com/category/baseball/mlb/”>MLB (1.94), was tagged for four runs in four innings.

Strong Showing by Mariners and Red Sox

The Seattle Mariners secured their eighth consecutive win by edging the Baltimore Orioles 1-0 behind George Kirby’s seven innings of three-hit ball. Kirby faced just two batters over the minimum, with Andres Munoz closing out the game for his 28th save despite issuing two hits in the ninth. The Orioles’ Dean Kremer pitched well but took the loss after giving up an early run that held up as the deciding factor.

Meanwhile, the Boston Red Sox overwhelmed the Houston Astros 14-1 after scoring 12 runs in the final four innings. Dustin May pitched six shutout innings, allowing five hits and recording eight strikeouts. Boston’s offense was powered by home runs from Carlos Narvaez, Alex Bregman, and Roman Anthony, with Narvaez and Wilyer Abreu contributing three RBIs each. Astros starter Spencer Arrighetti gave up two runs on one hit over five innings but struggled with five walks. Jeremy Pena led Houston with a 3-for-5 performance at the plate.

Yankees and Blue Jays Dominate Their Opponents

The New York Yankees rolled to a 9-1 victory over the Minnesota Twins as Carlos Rodon delivered seven impressive innings allowing just one hit. Giancarlo Stanton shined with four hits, including a home run that marked his second consecutive game with a long ball. Aaron Judge also broke a recent drought, homering for the first time since late July, while Anthony Volpe’s three-run homer helped break the game open. Minnesota scored their lone run early on courtesy of Austin Martin’s single, but rookie pitcher Travis Adams struggled, surrendering four runs in just over two innings.

The Toronto Blue Jays won 5-1 against the Chicago Cubs, fueled by Ernie Clement’s three-run homer and Daulton Varsho’s solo shot. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. contributed three singles as Toronto began a six-game homestand with the series opener. Starter Jose Berrios pitched masterfully, allowing only two hits with no runs for the victory. Chicago’s starter Javier Assad made his first start of the season but couldn’t contain the Blue Jays early offense, as Toronto scored a run in the first inning.

Guardians Pull Out Close Win Against Marlins

The Cleveland Guardians won a tight 4-3 contest over the Miami Marlins thanks in large part to Jose Ramirez’s two solo home runs, including a go-ahead shot in the eighth inning off Marlins co-closer Calvin Faucher. Ramirez finished 3-for-4 as Cleveland secured their 10th victory in 12 games since late July. Kyle Manzardo also added a home run, marking his third in two games. Guardians starter Logan Allen pitched five innings, giving up three runs with two earned, while reliever Cade Smith earned the win by retiring all four batters he faced.

Key Performances Highlight Reds, Royals, Rockies, and Diamondbacks Wins

The Cincinnati Reds kept their MLB-best streak alive by defeating the Philadelphia Phillies 6-1. Brady Singer tossed six scoreless innings and Miguel Andujar homered for the second time in three games. Spencer Steer’s double drove in three runs, while Jose Trevino added two RBIs. Bryce Harper’s late ninth-inning homer prevented a shutout for the Phillies, though their four-game winning streak came to an end on their road trip.

The Kansas City Royals won their fourth straight home game, overcoming the Washington Nationals 8-5. Vinnie Pasquantino was a standout, driving in five RBIs including a three-run home run. Michael Wacha pitched into the sixth inning while allowing just two runs. Jonathan India’s two-run homer contributed to the Royals’ offense. The Nationals suffered their 10th loss in 13 games, with Mitchell Parker surrendering five runs—three of which were unearned—in 5 1/3 innings.

Colorado snapped an eight-game losing streak with a 3-0 shutout over the St. Louis Cardinals. Kyle Freeland threw 7 1/3 innings, allowing five hits and no runs, while Victor Vodnik secured his third save by closing out the game. Hunter Goodman’s two–run homer provided Colorado’s offense. Cardinals starter Matthew Liberatore gave up three runs in four-plus innings.

Arizona edged the Texas Rangers 3-2 in Arlington, fueled by Ketel Marte’s walk-off solo home run in the ninth inning. Marte’s blast was notable as it came off reliever Danny Coulombe, who had not surrendered a homer all season. Marte contributed two hits and two RBIs during the game, while Tyler Locklear and Blaze Alexander also added hits and a homer respectively. Texas recorded just four hits and has now lost five of their last six games.

Significance of Alonso’s Record and Outlook for Mets

Pete Alonso’s achievement in setting a new Mets franchise record for career home runs emphasizes his role as one of the team’s most influential players over seven seasons. This milestone, combined with the Mets’ convincing victory after a prolonged losing streak, signals a potential turning point for the team, boosting morale and reaffirming their offensive capabilities. With Alonso’s continued power hitting and support from emerging teammates like Francisco Alvarez, the Mets are positioned to compete vigorously as the season progresses.