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Pete Alonso hit his 301st career home run on Wednesday night against his former team, the New York Mets, and once again received an ovation from Mets fans who remain conflicted over his offseason departure to the Baltimore Orioles last December. This marks the latest in a string of emotional moments for Alonso in games against his old club. The recurring reaction from Mets fans highlights lingering fondness for Alonso, a franchise favorite, even as he continues to produce for his new team during the 2026 MLB season.