Pete Alonso Ends Homer Drought, Mets Beat Dodgers

New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso ended a career-worst 16-game home run drought by hitting a two-run homer in the first inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers, shortly after Shohei Ohtani homered for the Dodgers. Alonso's blast, his tenth of the season and first since May 5, gave the Mets an early lead and contributed to a 3-1 victory that secured a series win. The home run brings Alonso closer to surpassing Darryl Strawberry as the Mets’ franchise home run leader. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza expressed hope that this marks the start of a hot streak for Alonso, who credited his teammates for their support. Starter Kodai Senga allowed only one run over 5.1 innings, with the bullpen holding the lead. The Mets improved to 32-21, moving into second place in the National League East and matching the Dodgers’ record atop the West.