The Mets were almost officially in crisis mode.
Then Pete Alonso bailed them out.
Sunday’s Alonso-powered win over the Padres at Citi Field was a game the Mets had to win,. After showing no signs of offense in the first two games against San Diego, the Mets needed their bats to wake up to stay atop the NL East. And before the Yankees arrive on Tuesday night.
This will be one of the most anticipated Subway Series encounters ever for good reason. The Yankees have the best record in baseball.