Pete Alonso has officially become the all-time home run leader for the New York Mets, surpassing Darryl Strawberry’s long-standing franchise record with his 253rd career homer. The milestone came in front of a packed Citi Field, where 39,748 fans celebrated as Alonso launched a Spencer Strider fastball into the visiting bullpen, etching his name into Mets history. Just three innings later, he added his 254th homer in a decisive 13-5 win over the Atlanta Braves, further solidifying his place at the top of the club’s leaderboard.
Known as “Polar Bear,” Pete Alonso’s journey to this achievement has been remarkable for both its speed and consistency. Drafted in the second round of the 2016 MLB Draft out of the University of Florida, Alonso debuted in 2019 and immediately made an impact, winning the National League Rookie of the Year and quickly establishing himself as one of baseball’s premier power hitters. According to ESPN’s Pete Alonso profile, he reached 200 career home runs in just 710 games, a pace bettered by only a handful of sluggers in MLB history, including Ryan Howard and Aaron Judge.
Alonso’s power and durability have set him apart. He has five 30+ home run seasons, making him the only player in franchise history to reach that mark, and he’s played in every game of a season—joining Félix Milán as the only Mets to do so. His offensive production is not limited to homers: Alonso has accumulated over 900 career hits, more than 250 home runs, and has maintained a career batting average above .250. His .880 OPS in his best season demonstrates his all-around offensive value.
The Mets’ new home run king has also excelled on the biggest stages. In postseason play, Alonso has posted a .999 OPS with four home runs and 10 RBI in just 13 games, even setting a franchise record for walks in a single postseason. He’s been selected to five All-Star teams, has won the Home Run Derby twice, and is consistently among the league leaders in RBI and extra-base hits. His recent contract—a two-year, $54 million deal with a player option after 2025—underscores his importance to the franchise and gives him the chance to push the Mets’ home run record even further out of reach for future generations.
Alonso’s 254th home run, coming just after breaking the record, was emblematic of his ability to rise to the occasion. As he circled the bases, he was greeted by teammates Brandon Nimmo and Jeff McNeil, both fixtures of his Mets tenure. The celebration continued with a curtain call and a standing ovation, with manager Carlos Mendoza highlighting the joy and significance of the moment.
This milestone is not just a personal triumph for Alonso, but a testament to his power, durability, and commitment to the Mets organization. As the Mets’ official Twitter celebrated his achievement, fans and teammates alike recognized the historic nature of his accomplishment. Whether Alonso remains in Queens long term or eventually seeks a new chapter elsewhere, his record-setting performance has left a lasting mark on the franchise—and he may not be finished yet.
For more on Pete Alonso’s career numbers and achievements, visit his Baseball-Reference page.