Pete Alonso smashes the Mets’ all-time home run record; Brandon Nimmo and Brett Baty join the power parade in Baseball in a 13–5 rout of the Braves. Here’s the full baseball recap with mets score, home run leaders, Braves–Mets context, plus insights on Brandon Nimmo, Brett Baty, and the legacy of Darryl Strawberry.
Headline Recap — Alonso Reigns Over the Braves
On August 12, 2025, Pete Alonso notched not just one but two home runs in a jaw-dropping 13–5 Mets win over the Atlanta Braves — and broke the Mets’ all-time career home run record in style. He now stands alone in franchise history.
- His first, a two-run shot off Spencer Strider, was homer No. 253, surpassing Darryl Strawberry’s long-standing 252-run Mets record.
- The second homer came in the sixth inning, marking Alonso’s 254th and his fourth multi-homer game of the season.
Power Explosion: Nimmo, Alvarez & Baty Join the Show
Alonso’s milestone wasn’t the only highlight:
- Brandon Nimmo crushed a three-run homer in the fourth, delivering a key momentum swing.
- Francisco Alvarez also hit two homers, showcasing depth and timing.
- Brett Baty added another solo shot, contributing to a robust six-homer, 16-hit night — a tied mark for most homers in a Mets game during the expansion era.
Mets are 26-4 at Citi field in games I’ve attended
But on the road they are 5-9 in games I attended— MVPolar Bear Pete Alonso (@EDSdt1234) August 13, 2025
Background & Context: A Night of Record-Breaking and Redemption
Alonso’s Homers: Homegrown History
- Alonso reached this record in only 965 games, surpassing Strawberry’s 1,109 games — a testament to both his power and consistency.
- His rookie season 2019 (53 HR) set the foundation for this legacy.
Mets Struggles and Surge
- The win snapped a seven-game losing skid and injected crucial momentum into their Wild Card quest, now lurking five games back of division-leading Philadelphia.
- Clay Holmes, starting that night, faltered early (5 runs, 3⅔ innings), raising continued rotation concerns despite the offense-fueled statement.
- The Braves meanwhile saw Spencer Strider slump further, allowing eight runs in four innings — his fourth straight rough outing.
Player Spotlights: Alonso, Nimmo, and Baty
| Player | Highlight |
|---|---|
| Pete Alonso | #AlonsoPower: Franchise HR King (254), 27 on season. |
| Brandon Nimmo | Clutch three-run homer — his first since July 23. |
| Brett Baty | Adds younger power surge with timely solo homer. |
Their contributions underscored that this wasn’t a one-man show — it was an offensive avalanche.
Legacy & Rivalry — Strawberry, Braves, and the Mets’ Power Identity
- Darryl Strawberry held the Mets’ HR record since 1988; Alonso’s overthrow symbolizes a generational shift in club identity.
- The Mets–Braves rivalry adds weight: blasting Atlanta in such emphatic fashion deepens narrative meaning, especially in playoff chase. This edition will be remembered as a season-defining blowout.
Broader Baseball Trends: Home Run Leaders & Team Offense
With Alonso, Alvarez, Nimmo, and Baty all going deep, the Mets join elite MLB home run leaders in delivering fireworks while taking advantage of their powerful offensive core. Though the Mets may not lead the league in homers, on nights like this they remind us they can outpace any power team — especially out of nowhere. MLB-wide, players like Ohtani, Raleigh, Schwarber, and Judge still top the charts, but Alonso’s consistency cements him near the top.
What’s Next for the Mets
Rotation Needs: Despite the offense, starting pitching remains a question mark. Holmes’ fatigue and inconsistency highlight the pressing need for better innings from rotation or bullpen arms.
Standings Focus: The win puts the Mets within five games of the Phillies and strengthens their playoff positioning. The next series vs Braves could shift the NL East landscape.
Contract Spotlight: Alonso’s opt-out after the season and call to stay (“a Met for life”) now carry extra pressure from both fans and the front office as he cements his legacy.
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