The New York Mets are a serious threat to win the National League following their stellar offseason. Pete Alonso has been a huge part of the team's success.

Alonso is closing in on the organization's all-time home run record, but he added more to his resume on Tuesday night.

New York Mets slugger and two-time Home Run Derby champion Pete Alonso elected not to participate in this week's Derby because he wanted to ensure he is in "the best possible position to help this team win in the second half.