ICYMI in Mets Land: New York wins home opener, Pete Alonso makes triumphant return to Citi Field

Also, Juan Soto got first taste of Mets' fanbase in Queens

4/5/2025, 1:43 PM

Here's what happened in Mets Land on Friday, in case you missed it...


  • Pete Alonso set the tone in New York's home opener with a two-run homer in the bottom of the first inning en route to the Mets' 5-0 win over the Toronto Blue Jays in his triumphant return to Citi Field
  • Tylor Megill got the start for the home opener and attacked Toronto's lineup, going 5.1 scoreless innings as New York's pitching continues to be a bright spot
  • Despite just four hits on the day, the Mets made them count with four different players driving in a run as their offensive depth was on full display
  • Juan Soto made his Citi Field debut and got his first taste of the Mets' faithful, saying "this fanbase is amazing" after getting a standing ovation during Opening Day introductions
  • Vladimir Guerrero Jr., a potential target for New York next offseason, downplayed the cheers he got from Mets fans: "That's normal for me"
  • Alonso showed the best version of himself in storybook home opener

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