Jul 9, 2021; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (20) reacts as he rounds the bases after hitting a three-run home run against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the sixth inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
Pete Alonso will compete in the 2021 Home Run Derby and defend his victory from 2019. The New York Mets first baseman might not have the same power this season as he did as a rookie in 2019, but I do think it’s fair that he gets to defend his title.