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Alonso broke out of his slump in spectacular fashion Thursday with a three-run home run to rally the Mets back to a Game 3 victory over the Brewers.

Pete Alonso’s Perfectly Timed Exit From Slump Keeps Mets' Hopes Alive

New York’s slugging first baseman hadn’t hit a home run on a changeup since June—until he delivered in the exact right moment to take down the Brewers.

Alonso broke out of his slump in spectacular fashion Thursday with a three-run home run to rally the Mets back to a Game 3 victory over the Brewers.

Pete Alonso’s Perfectly Timed Exit From Slump Keeps Mets' Hopes Alive

New York’s slugging first baseman hadn’t hit a home run on a changeup since June—until he delivered in the exact right moment to take down the Brewers.

Alonso batted .240/.329/.459 with 34 home runs in 162 games for the Mets this season.

Wild Stat Shows Pete Alonso's Game-Clinching HR Stands Alone in MLB Playoff History

This stat is pretty nuts.

Pete Alonso’s playoff pumpkin.

Pete Alonso's 'Playoff Pumpkin' Becomes a Thing After Mets Beat Brewers

The Mets now have a lucky playoff pumpkin.

The New York Mets take a team picture after winning their wild card series against the Brewers.

Celebrating Mets Players Abruptly Cut TV Interviews Short for a Team Picture

Pete Alonso and Francisco Lindor both left interviews to take pictures.

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Francona owns a career 1,950–1,672 record as an MLB manager.

Reds to Hire Former Guardians Skipper Terry Francona As New Manager

Pete Alonso is greeted by teammates after a huge home run.

Howie Rose Nailed the Call of Pete Alonso’s Go-Ahead Homer vs. Brewers on Mets Radio

Alonso clobbered a go-ahead three-run homer in the ninth inning of the Mets' 4–2 win over Milwaukee.

Mets' Pete Alonso Gets Last Laugh With Game-Winning Homer to Eliminate Brewers

Jesse Winker smashes his helmet after scoring a run in the ninth inning.

Fired-Up Jesse Winker Emphatically Smashed His Helmet in Celebration in Mets' Win

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts is in his ninth season as the skipper in Los Angeles.

Dodgers Change Starting Pitching Plan for Game 1 of NLDS vs. Padres

The Padres swept the Atlanta Braves in the NL wild-card round.

Padres Attempt to Prevent Dodgers Fans From Purchasing NLDS Tickets at Petco Park

Why Are There Ads on MLB Helmets in the Playoffs?

The Tigers swept the Astros and will face the Guardians in the next round of the 2024 MLB Playoffs

MLB Divisional Round Full Schedule: Key Dates & Times

Pittsburgh Pirates star pitcher Paul Skenes gifted his girlfriend, LSU gymnast Livvy Dunne, the perfect baseball card for her birthday.

Paul Skenes Gave Girlfriend Livvy Dunne Perfect Baseball Card of Their Dog

The Tigers and Guardians will make history in the American League Division Series.

Tigers-Guardians Playoff Series to Make Wild Bit of History

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (12) hits a sacrifice fly during the second inning of their wild-card playoff game against the Milwaukee Brewers Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Walk-Off Wagers: MLB Best Bets Today (Mets vs. Brewers Moneyline Pick, Run Total Goes Over)

Tucker (30) and the Astros have a critical offseason on their hands.

SI:AM | This Could Be the End of the Astros’ Dynasty

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Max Fried acknowledges fans after a victory over the Kansas City Royals at Truist Park.

Max Fried Becomes Emotional After Potential Final Start With Braves

Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman high fives second baseman Jose Altuve after a win.

Jose Altuve Emotionally Advocates for Alex Bregman to Be Brought Back to Astros

Seidler oversaw a complete transformation of the franchise.

NLDS-Bound Padres Driven by Peter Seidler’s Memory

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Adley Rutschman and the Orioles scored just one run in their two home losses to the Royals.

Orioles’ Golden Generation Loses a Little Luster

Skubal held the Astros scoreless in six strong innings Tuesday.

MLB Playoffs Notebook: Tarik Skubal Is a Pitching Chameleon

Witt throws to first base against the Baltimore Orioles in Game 1 of the Wild Card Series at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

Bobby Witt Jr. Rises to the Occasion in Royals' Game 1 Win Over Orioles

The Astros are aiming to make their eighth straight American League Championship series and fifth World Series during that span.

MLB Postseason Roundtable: Expert Picks, Bold Predictions

Rose played every position except pitcher, catcher and shortstop in the majors.

Pete Rose’s Competitiveness Drove His Rise in the Record Books—and His Downfall

Pete Rose on the Cincinnati Reds.

The Outsider: A Long, Strange Trip From Las Vegas to L.A. With Pete Rose

The Twins were officially eliminated from playoff contention with a 7–2 loss to the Orioles on Friday.

The Five Biggest Factors Behind the Twins' Late-Season Collapse

Juan Soto (left) and Aaron Judge (right) will look to power a fearsome Yankees team to its first championship since 2009.

MLB Playoff Power Rankings: How Yankees, Dodgers, Other Contenders Stack Up

Ohtani and the Dodgers are title favorites after a dominant regular season.

A Haiku for Every MLB Team

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani laughs as he talks with Los Angeles Angels players in the dugout during a pitching change in the third inning at Dodger Stadium.

Handing Out Alternative MLB Awards for the 2024 Season

The White Sox sealed the worst record in MLB history on Friday night, dropping game No. 121 of the season to the Detroit Tigers.

How the White Sox' Ineptitude Resulted in an Historic MLB Low With Loss No. 121

Jeff Passas has been with ESPN since 2019.

ESPN’s Jeff Passan on the Life of an Insider, State of MLB and More

The Dodgers have won the NL West division 10 of the last 11 seasons.

Every National League Playoff Contender's Biggest Weakness

A’s fans hold up signs before the team’s final game at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.

A’s Fans Hold Onto Old Memories, New Keepsakes in Team’s Farewell to Oakland

Dawson, 71, long acted as the lone security guard atop Mount Davis, the Oakland Coliseum’s towering center-field seating block.

Oakland Coliseum’s Restricted Section Is a Gold Mine of Gorgeous Views, Old Junk and Rich Stories

July 18, 2011; Baltimore, MD, USA; Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona (left) argues a call with first base umpire Mike Muchlinski in the seventh inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. The Red Sox defeated the Orioles 15 - 10. Mandatory Credit: Joy R. Absalon-Imagn Images

Beloved Former Red Sox Manager Shocks Baseball World By Taking Reds Job

Cleveland Guardians manager Terry Francona walks to the mount to remove starting pitcher Triston McKenzie (11) from the game in the second inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field on Sept 24.

BREAKING: Cincinnati Reds to Hire Legend and WS Champion as New Manager

Jun 13, 2018; Chicago, IL, USA; Cleveland Indians manager Terry Francona (77) smiles before MLB game against the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Look: Fans React After Cincinnati Reds Hire Terry Francona to be Their New Manager

Oct 3, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (20) hits a three run home run against the Milwaukee Brewers in the ninth inning during game three of the Wildcard round for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at American Family Field.

Pete Alonso Sends New York Mets to NLDS With Clutch, Historic Home Run

Jul 19, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Guardians manager Terry Francona (77) looks on from the dugout against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the first inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

REPORT: Reds Hire Winningest Manager In Guardians Franchise History

Oct 1, 2023; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Cleveland Guardians manager Terry Francona (77) in the dugout before the game against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Reds to Hire Terry Francona as Next Manager

Dodgers Make Last Minute Change to Starting Pitching Plans For NLDS

American League Future infielder Cole Young singles during the All-Star Futures Game on July 13 at Globe Life Field.

Seattle Mariners Farm System Earns High Praise From National Publication

Houston Astros pitcher Justin Verlander takes the mound before pitching against Detroit Tigers during the first inning at Comerica Park in Detroit on Sunday, May 12, 2024.

Houston Astros All-Time Great Predicted Not To Return Next Season