May 19, 2023; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (20) reacts as he rounds the bases after hitting a game tying grand slam home run against the Cleveland Guardians during the seventh inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
After a stretch that saw the Mets drop nine of their last 13 games before returning home for a six-game home stand that started with an 8-5 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays, the fan base’s hope was at an all-time low.
The Mets then called up top prospect Mark Vientos, and the 23-year-old hit a game-tying two-run home run to spark a comeback and beat the Rays in extras before winning every remaining game on the homestand and reigniting hope with a five-game winning streak.