Pete Alonso’s ninth-inning home run lifted the New York Mets over the Milwaukee Brewers, marking a pivotal moment in the National League Wild Card series. In what many believed could be his last at-bat for the Mets, Alonso delivered a stunning three-run opposite-field line drive, transforming a 2-0 deficit into a 3-2 lead during the decisive Game 3.
The crowd at American Family Field, which had been energized by the Brewers’ back-to-back home runs in the seventh inning, fell silent as Alonso made history. He became the first player in Major League Baseball history to hit a go-ahead home run while trailing in the ninth inning or later of a winner-take-all playoff game, according to Opta Stats.
However, the momentum shifted quickly as Brewers closer Devin Williams struggled to maintain control. After retiring Jose Iglesias, he hit Jesse Winker with a fastball. Winker then stole second and scored on a single by Starling Marte, extending the Mets’ lead to 4-2. Reliever David Peterson managed to close out the game, inducing a double play from Francisco Lindor after a leadoff single from Sal Frelick.
Alonso’s dramatic home run could signal the beginning of a Mets postseason run. Historically, every team that has eliminated the Brewers from the playoffs has advanced to the World Series, adding a layer of hope for the Mets’ fans.
This comeback victory in Game 3 marked the Mets’ first playoff series win since they captured the National League pennant in 2015. The Mets will now face their rivals, the Philadelphia Phillies, in the NL Division Series, a matchup that has never occurred in postseason history. Game 1 is set to begin at 4:08 p.m. ET on FOX and the FOX Sports App.
During the regular season, the Mets held a 6-7 record against the Phillies and finished six games behind them in the NL East standings, setting the stage for an intense and competitive playoff series.
