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With the acquisition of Juan Soto, previously perceived as an "all-or-nothing" approach centered around Alonso's batting prowess, the dynamics of the lineup dramatically shifted. The presence of Soto meant that Alonso could afford to focus on his sheer power, driving runs home with Soto on base. This new setup holds tremendous potential for boosting the team's offensive capabilities.
Record-Breaking Aspirations
The conversation quickly turns to Alonso's potential for breaking the Mets’ home run record. Currently standing at 226 homers, Alonso needs just 27 more to surpass the record held by Darryl Strawberry. If he can maintain his usual performance level, the streaming host confidently asserts that achieving this milestone is a likely outcome for Alonso in the upcoming season.