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.

Peter "Pete" Alonso, nicknamed "Polar Bear", is a professional baseball first baseman currently a free agent, previously playing for the New York Mets in MLB. He also represents the United States in international baseball competitions. His primary position is first base.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1900: First Player Since 1900 with 11 Extra-Base Hits

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

1938: Johnny Rizzo's Rookie Record

In August 2019, Pete Alonso became the first rookie to set his franchise's single-season home run record since Johnny Rizzo did it for the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1938.

1975: Felix Millan Played Every Game

In 2024, Pete Alonso became the second player in Mets history to appear in every game in a single season, joining Felix Millán who did so in 1975.

1976: Dave Kingman's Home Run Record

In April 2019, Pete Alonso matched Dave Kingman's 1976 record of the most home runs by a Mets player before May 1.

1983: Darryl Strawberry's Mets Rookie Home Run Record

In 2019, Pete Alonso broke Darryl Strawberry's 1983 Mets rookie home run record.

September 18, 1990: Darryl Strawberry Reaches 250 Career Home Runs

On September 18, 1990, Darryl Strawberry reached his 250th career home run.

1999: Mike Piazza's RBI Record

In 2022, Pete Alonso broke the Mets' single-season RBI record previously held by Mike Piazza since 1999.

2006: Carlos Delgado's Home Run Record

In April 2019, Pete Alonso matched Carlos Delgado's 2006 record of the most home runs by a Mets player before May 1.

2008: David Wright's RBI Record

In 2022, Pete Alonso broke the Mets' single-season RBI record previously held by David Wright since 2008.

2013: John Buck's Home Run Record

In April 2019, Pete Alonso matched John Buck's 2013 record of the most home runs by a Mets player before May 1.

2016: Neil Walker's Home Run Record

In April 2019, Pete Alonso matched Neil Walker's 2016 record of the most home runs by a Mets player before May 1.

2019: All-Star Selection and Rookie Home Run Record

In 2019, Pete Alonso broke the National League record for most home runs by a rookie before the All-Star break, passing Cody Bellinger. He also broke the Mets rookie home run record, previously set by Darryl Strawberry in 1983. Alonso was selected as a reserve to the 2019 MLB All-Star Game and won the NL Rookie of the Month Award for June.

2019: Rookie of the Year and All-MLB Team Selection

In 2019, Pete Alonso finished his rookie season with 53 home runs, leading all of MLB. He was awarded the National League Rookie of the Year on November 11, 2019, and named to the first team of the inaugural All-MLB Team on December 10, 2019.

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.

2019: Home Run Derby Win

On July 8, 2019, Pete Alonso won the Home Run Derby, defeating Vladimir Guerrero Jr. He became only the second rookie after Aaron Judge to win the Derby outright.

2021: Won MLB Home Run Derby

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

2021: Second Straight Home Run Derby Win

On July 12, 2021, Pete Alonso won his second straight Home Run Derby, defeating Trey Mancini. He became the third player ever to win back-to-back Derbies.

2021: 100th Career Home Run

On September 7, 2021, Pete Alonso hit his 100th career home run against the Miami Marlins. He became the second-fastest player to reach 100 career home runs.

2022: Franchise RBI Record

In 2022, Pete Alonso played in 160 games for the Mets, batting .271/.352/.518 with 40 home runs and 131 RBIs, breaking the franchise record and tying Aaron Judge for the most RBI in the major leagues.

2022: All-Star Game Selection and RBI Record

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

2023: Third All-Star Game Selection

On July 2, 2023, Pete Alonso was named to the 2023 MLB All-Star Game for the third selection of his career.

2023: Tied for Fourth on Mets All-Time Home Run List

On September 27, 2023, Pete Alonso hit his 46th home run of the season, tying him with Howard Johnson for 4th place on the Mets all-time home run list.

2024: Inducted into Hall of Fame

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

2024: Fourth All-Star Game Selection

On July 7, 2024, Pete Alonso was named to the 2024 MLB All-Star Game for the fourth selection of his career.

2025: Alonso's performance and decision to opt out of contract

In 2025, Pete Alonso played all 162 games for the Mets, achieving a .272/.347/.524 slash line with 38 home runs and 126 RBI. He led the National League with 41 doubles and won his first Silver Slugger award. On September 28, 2025, Alonso announced that he would opt out of his contract and elect free agency.

2025: Selection to MLB All-Star Game and Home Run

In 2025, Pete Alonso was named to the MLB All-Star Game for the fifth time in his career. During the game on July 6, Alonso hit a three-run home run off of Kris Bubic, a pitcher for the Kansas City Royals, giving the National League a 5-0 lead.