Alonso Breaks out of Slump With Four Hits, Fuels Mets’ Victory Over A’s

Alonso Breaks out of Slump With Four Hits, Fuels Mets’ Victory Over A’s
Pete Alonso celebrates in the New York Mets' dugout after hitting a fourth-inning home run against the Oakland A's in New York on Aug. 14, 2024. Julia Nikhinson/AP Photo
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NEW YORK—Pete Alonso had four hits, including a fourth-inning home run, and three RBIs to lead the New York Mets over the Oakland Athletics 9–1 on Wednesday night, snapping a four-game losing streak.

Francisco Lindor had two hits and two RBIs, while Mark Vientos hit a go-ahead, run-scoring double for the Mets, who had been outscored 31–5 in their previous four games.