Mets React to Pete Alonso News on Monday originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Entering the week, New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso was riding a hot stretch at the plate. Over seven games against the Los Angeles Dodgers and Colorado Rockies, he slashed 12-for-30 (.400) with 15 RBIs, five home runs and a 1.452 OPS.

After a massive offensive output last week, New York Mets slugger Pete Alonso was named the National League Player of the Week.

Not only did Mets slugger Pete Alonso capture sole possession of second place on the franchise’s all-time home run list, but he’s now earned National League Player of the Week honors for his efforts.