Alonso Powers Mets to 9-1 Victory Over Rockies
- Pete Alonso hit two home runs during the game, showcasing his batting prowess.
- Pitcher David Peterson held the Rockies to just one earned run over five innings.
- The Mets' dominant 9-1 win concluded a successful three-game series against the Rockies.
DENVER (AP) — The New York Mets showcased a powerful performance on Thursday, defeating the Colorado Rockies 9-1 to clinch a series victory. Pete Alonso led the charge with two home runs, bringing his season total to 25, while Mark Vientos contributed his 17th homer. The Mets’ offense was robust, with every player in the lineup recording at least one hit, including five doubles. This win propelled the Mets ahead of the Atlanta Braves for the sixth and final playoff spot in the National League standings. Starting pitcher David Peterson delivered a strong outing, allowing just one earned run over five innings. The Denver native struck out five batters in his first career start at Coors Field, marking his eighth outing in the last nine where he has given up two earned runs or fewer. The Mets capitalized on a four-run first inning, highlighted by Alonso’s impressive 471-foot two-run homer to deep center field. The Rockies, struggling with their performance, suffered their ninth loss in the last 13 games, dropping their record to 42-74, the worst in the National League. Austin Gomber took the loss for Colorado, allowing six hits and five earned runs in just three innings. Ezequiel Tovar and Brendan Rodgers each recorded two hits, while Brenton Doyle drove in the Rockies' only run with a sacrifice fly. In roster news, the Rockies placed RHP Ryan Feltner on the 15-day injured list due to a shoulder strain, while the Mets are set to face the Seattle Mariners on Friday with LHP Jose Quintana on the mound.