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Pete Alonso hit a three-run homer off Dodgers starter Jack Flaherty in the bottom of the first inning to give the Mets a 3-0 lead in Game 5 of the NLCS.
Pete Alonso smashed a first-inning homer in NLCS Game 5. Robert Sabo for NY Post
Pete Alonso celebrates his NLCS Game 5 homer. Robert Sabo for NY Post
Pete Alonso rounds the bases on his Game 5 homer. Robert Sabo for NY Post
New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (20) celebrates his three run home run during the first inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game five of the NLCS for the 2024 MLB playoffs at Citi Field. Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (20) high-fives teammates after a three run home run during the first inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game five of the NLCS for the 2024 MLB playoffs at Citi Field. Vincent Carchietta-Imagn ImagesFrancisco Lindor and Brandon Nimmo also scored on the blast after they reached on a single and walk, respectively.
Pete Alonso’s home run gave the Mets a 3-0 lead in the first inning of Game 5. Vincent Carchietta-Imagn ImagesThe Mets still have a mountain to climb as the Dodgers lead 3-1 in the best-of-seven series.
The home run broke an 0-for-17 streak the Mets had with runners in scoring position.
It is possible that Friday’s game is Alonso’s last with the Mets, as he’s a free agent after the season.
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