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Alonso’s Record-Setting Walk-Off Homer Snaps Mets’ Skid, Sparks Wild Celebration

Pete Alonso's 34th homer, a walk-off three-run shot, ended the Mets' eight-game losing streak and boosted their NL Wild Card lead to 1.5 games, rookie Nolan McLean pitched six scoreless innings.

  • On Sunday, Pete Alonso hit a walk-off three-run home run off Luis Curvelo to give the Mets a 5-2 victory over the Texas Rangers, ending an eight-game losing streak.
  • The Mets needed a crucial victory to preserve their position in the last available playoff spot in the National League after struggling with blown leads and consecutive defeats.
  • Rookie Nolan McLean threw six shutout innings with seven strikeouts before being pulled after 92 pitches, while Francisco Lindor made a key double play to end the ninth inning.
  • Alonso’s homer traveled 390 feet at 110 mph, his 34th of the season, and he said, "Every walk-off homer is sick," highlighting its importance for the team’s morale.
  • The win ended the Mets' longest skid in several years and strengthened their hold on a playoff spot, with manager Mendoza stressing the importance of each remaining game.
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Sportsnet broke the news in Canada on Sunday, September 14, 2025.
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