Pete Alonso, the Mets’ all-time home run leader, returned to Citi Field on Monday as the Baltimore Orioles faced the Mets in a three-game series. After seven seasons with the Mets, where he hit a franchise-record 264 home runs, Alonso expressed gratitude for his time in New York while embracing his new role with the Orioles after signing a five-year, $155 million deal. He acknowledged the emotional significance of his return and the support from Mets fans, stating he appreciates both his past and present. Alonso started at first base and hit second in the lineup for the Orioles on Monday night.
