But perhaps its best decision was to bring back franchise slugger Pete Alonso on a relatively cheap deal. After prolonged negotiations, the Mets landed him on a two-year, $54 million contract with a player option after this season and he has rewarded that decision with another All-Star season.

The Mets have a real chance to win the National League East this summer and make a run to the World Series. Especially if they make some impact trades before the July 31st trade deadline. They have a strong lineup that features stars Juan Soto, Francisco Lindor, and Pete Alonso. A rock-solid rotation and an All-Star closer in Edwin Diaz.

The Philadelphia Phillies are beaming with pride over their clutch performer after he delivered something special in the first All-Star Game swing off.