Pete Alonso reveals the key to his outstanding performance with the Mets this season

Pete Alonso is quickly becoming the centerpiece of the New York Mets’ strong start to the MLB season. While much of the preseason buzz focused on Juan Soto and the anticipation surrounding the Dominican star, it’s Alonso who has taken the spotlight with his consistent and impactful performances.

Through the opening stretch of the regular season, Alonso is hitting .344 with 43 hits, anchoring the Mets’ offense. His production has been crucial in helping New York rack up wins and remain competitive atop the standings. Alongside Francisco Lindor, who’s also off to a red-hot start, Alonso is proving to be one of the team’s most valuable assets.

As his performance draws attention on the field, Alonso has also become a go-to figure off of it. While big names like Soto and manager Carlos Mendoza often headline the franchise, media members are increasingly seeking out Alonso for postgame interviews and insights.

That growing spotlight is a clear sign of his importance to the team. Following a recent game against the Diamondbacks, Alonso opened up about the key to his early success. “I think the consistency comes with understanding,” he said. “And I feel like I’m starting to really understand my body and what it’s capable of. Once I can hold onto that, trust it, and keep building on it, that’s when the results come.”

Alonso shares how consistency has helped him feel like himself at the plate

With the long MLB regular season underway, Pete Alonso opened up about his approach and how he’s feeling about his performance so far. The Mets slugger emphasized that consistency has allowed him to feel more comfortable and confident at the plate.

“To be honest, I feel like I’m locked into my mechanics and fully in control of my body right now. If something’s off, I make the adjustment and move on. My pitch-to-pitch adjustments are where they need to be. I’m not perfect, but I feel like I’m myself out there every pitch,” Alonso told reporters.

His strong start has sparked comparisons from fans, with some wondering why Juan Soto hasn’t shown the same form. While the Dominican star remains a key player, Alonso has emerged as the face of the Mets, delivering standout performances early in the season.

Lindor praises Alonso’s evolution at the plate

Teammate Francisco Lindor also shared his thoughts on Alonso’s impact, praising the way his approach has evolved and how it’s helped the Mets gain momentum in the regular season.

“He’s become more of a high-average hitter with power, rather than just a pure power hitter. He looks fantastic right now. I’m really happy for him, proud of him,” Lindor said after the Mets’ 5–4 win over the Diamondbacks.