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New York Mets video: Pete Alonso convinces umpires to avoid a rain delay

Pete Alonso singlehandedly convinces the umpires to keep the tarp off the field. Incredible work. pic.twitter.com/8d3WtoH77f

— SNY (@SNYtv) June 14, 2019

The New York Mets have an absolute gem on their hands with Pete Alonso and he can do much more than just mash home runs.

What can’t he do? Pete Alonso isn’t just tearing up the National League with his tape-measure home runs. He’s also using his charisma and charm to convince the umpires to let the New York Mets play through a little rain.