Pete Alonso's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Pete Alonso. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Pete Alonso, nicknamed the "Polar Bear," is a professional baseball first baseman playing for the New York Mets in MLB. He also represents the United States in international baseball competitions. He's known for his power-hitting and has quickly become a fan favorite.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1900: First Player in MLB History

Since 1900, Pete Alonso became the first player in MLB history to hit 11 extra-base hits in his first 10 career games.

1938: Johnny Rizzo's Single-Season Home Run Record

In 1938, Johnny Rizzo set the Pittsburgh Pirates' single-season home run record as a rookie.

1975: Felix Millán Appears in Every Game of the Season

In 1975, Félix Millán appeared in every game of the season for the Mets.

1976: Dave Kingman's Home Run Record

In 1976, Dave Kingman had the most home runs before the All-Star break.

1976: Tied Mets Player Home Run Record

In April 1976, Dave Kingman tied for the most home runs by a Mets player before May 1.

1983: Darryl Strawberry's Rookie Home Run Record

In 1983, Darryl Strawberry set the Mets rookie home run record, which Alonso later broke.

1999: Mike Piazza's RBI Record

In 1999, Mike Piazza held the Mets' single-season RBI record, which Alonso later broke.

2006: Tied Mets Player Home Run Record

In April 2006, Carlos Delgado tied for the most home runs by a Mets player before May 1.

2008: David Wright's RBI Record

In 2008, David Wright held the Mets' single-season RBI record, which Alonso later broke.

2013: Tied Mets Player Home Run Record

In April 2013, John Buck tied for the most home runs by a Mets player before May 1.

2016: Tied Mets Player Home Run Record

In April 2016, Neil Walker tied for the most home runs by a Mets player before May 1.

2018: Promotion to Las Vegas 51s

In 2018, Pete Alonso received a midseason promotion to the Las Vegas 51s and represented the Mets in the All-Star Futures Game. He also won the Joe Bauman Home Run Award.

2019: Breaks Rookie Home Run Record

In 2019, Pete Alonso broke the MLB rookie home run record with his 53rd home run on September 28. He was awarded the National League Rookie of the Year on November 11 and named to the All-MLB Team on December 10.

2019: Record-Breaking Home Runs and All-Star Selection

In 2019, Pete Alonso broke the National League record for most home runs by a rookie before the All-Star break on June 22, and broke the Mets rookie home run record on June 23. He was also selected as a reserve to the 2019 MLB All-Star Game and won the NL Rookie of the Month Award for June.

2019: MLB Debut and Rookie of the Year

In 2019, Pete Alonso made his MLB debut on Opening Day and won the National League Rookie of the Year Award, setting a major league record for rookies with 53 home runs.

2021: Won MLB Home Run Derby

In 2021, Pete Alonso won the MLB Home Run Derby for the second time.

2021: 100th Career Home Run

On September 7, 2021, Pete Alonso hit his 100th career home run, becoming the second-fastest player to reach 100 career home runs. He played in 152 games for the Mets in 2021, batting .262/.344/.519 with 37 home runs and 94 RBIs.

2022: Franchise Record in RBIs

In 2022, Pete Alonso broke the Mets' franchise record with 131 RBIs, tying Aaron Judge for the most RBI in the major leagues. He also played in 160 games for the Mets.

2022: All-Star Selection and RBI Record

In 2022, Pete Alonso was named to the MLB All-Star Game for the second time. On September 25, he set a new Mets' single-season RBI record with 125 RBIs.

2024: Appears in Every Game of the Season

In 2024, Pete Alonso played in all 162 games for the Mets, making him the second player in Mets history to appear in every game in a single season. He finished the season batting .240/.329/.459 with 34 home runs and 88 RBI.

2024: Inducted into Hall of Fame

In 2024, Pete Alonso was inducted into the Madison Mallards Hall of Fame.

2024: Named to All-Star Game

On July 7, 2024, Pete Alonso was named to the MLB All-Star Game, passing Keith Hernandez for the most appearances by a Mets first baseman.

2024: Game 3 National League Wild Card Series

On October 3, 2024, in Game 3 of the National League Wild Card Series against the Milwaukee Brewers, Pete Alonso hit a go-ahead, three-run home run in the top of the 9th inning. The Mets would then win 4-2 and eliminate the Brewers from the playoffs. With that home run, Alonso became the first major league player in history to hit a go-ahead homer while trailing in the ninth inning or later of a winner-take-all postseason game.