What happened: MLB Network analyst @TheMayorsOffice called Pete Alonso a superstar signing while assessing the first baseman's second-half production. Alonso went deep again Wednesday after a 4-for-4 performance Tuesday.
Why it matters: The surge adds weight to an MVP case that remained outside MLB.com's latest top-five poll. It also strengthens the impact of his first season after signing.
By the numbers: Alonso's two-run homer Wednesday was his 32nd of the season. He collected four hits and four RBIs one day earlier.
What to watch: Watch whether Alonso sustains the power run through the final month of the regular season.