Pete Alonso reaches 30 homers with two-run blast

The drive traveled 443 feet at 111 mph.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 231 min read

Watch the adjustments Pete Alonso makes during this at-bat to hit a homer 🧐 https://t.co/OsWTOOSBDP Via @MLBNetwork on X

What happened: Alonso altered his approach during the plate appearance before driving the pitch to deep left Friday. The swing put his club ahead.

Why it matters: The milestone marks a sixth consecutive 30-homer season. His late-season surge strengthens a key run-production threat for the stretch drive.

By the numbers: Over the previous 30 days, Alonso hit .358 with nine home runs, 19 RBI and a 1.077 OPS.

What to watch: Watch how pitchers counter the approach and whether Alonso sustains his power surge.

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