American · Queens, USA · Born 14 December 1994American professional baseball first baseman known for his power hitting, holding the MLB rookie home run record with 53 home runs in 2019.
Pete Alonso is the New York Mets' beloved first baseman and 2019 NL Rookie of the Year, holder of the MLB rookie home run record with 53 in his debut season. Known as the 'Polar Bear' for his powerful build and affable personality, Alonso has been one of the most prolific home run hitters in the NL and a fan favourite at Citi Field.
Famous For
Home run hitting power and Rookie of the Year performance
Playing Style
How They Played
Power-hitting first baseman with exceptional home run ability
Legacy
Lasting Impact
One of the premier power hitters in modern baseball
Honours & Achievements
Career Honours
- 2× Home Run Derby Champion (2019, 2021)
- NL Rookie of the Year (2019)
- 3× MLB All-Star (2019, 2021, 2022)
Team Career
| Team | Period | Games | Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York Mets | 2019–2024 | 780 | #20 |
Career Journey
Timeline
2016
🎯 Drafted by New York Mets in 2nd round
2019
📌 MLB debut with New York Mets
2019
🥇 NL Rookie of the Year
2019
🎯 Set rookie home run record with 53 HRs
2019
🏆 Home Run Derby champion
2019
📌 First All-Star selection
2021
🏆 Home Run Derby champion
2021
📌 Second All-Star selection
2022
🥇 Third All-Star selection
2022
🎯 Reached 100 career home runs
2023
🎯 Signed $7.5M contract avoiding arbitration
American Athletes