Pete Alonso heads off to Texas now, an All-Star for the fourth time in his career, while seeking to become only the second player in history to win a third Home Run Derby title. Alonso, who blasted…
Pete Alonso heads off to Texas now, an All-Star for the fourth time in his career, while seeking to become only the second player in history to win a third Home Run Derby title.to the Rockies, won the long-ball competition in 2019 and 2021, with none held the year in between due to COVID.Only Ken Griffey Jr. — in 1994, 1998 and 1999 — has captured that trophy three times since its inception in 1984.
“Every year that I’ve done it, it’s just been a continuation of a childhood dream that’s come to a reality. I’m really looking forward to competing.”Argentina vs. Colombia in Copa America 2024 final: How to watch Messi for free No other Mets were selected to the National League squad, but teammate Jose Iglesias will perform his hit song “OMG” at Monday’s festivities.“Any time we hear the song, ‘Oh My God,’ we love hearing it. There’s always a ton of homers,” Alonso said. “So I’m excited for him to perform, it’s great for him. It’s going to be really exciting to have him there.”
“The imaging showed there’s improvement, and he’s recovering, but I think he’s taking a little slower pace here,” Mendoza said. “We’re not sure when he will be back, we just want to make sure he’s pain-free when he’s doing all the activity that he’s doing.”
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