--- title: "Alonso’s two-run blast stuns Blue Jays, Mets escape 6-5" description: "Pete Alonso’s sixth-inning two-run homer breaks a tie, backing a three-homer Mets surge that halts Toronto’s late push at Citi Field." url: https://sportopod.com/en-US/cluster/new-york-mets-vs-toronto-blue-jays-game-highlights-d88d36bd published: 2026-07-02T15:04:38.539+00:00 updated: 2026-07-02T15:04:38.539+00:00 author: "Kostadin Stamboliev" publisher: "Pineido" site: "Sportopod" language: en topics: ["baseball"] --- # Alonso’s two-run blast stuns Blue Jays, Mets escape 6-5 > Pete Alonso’s sixth-inning two-run homer breaks a tie, backing a three-homer Mets surge that halts Toronto’s late push at Citi Field. Pete Alonso’s two-run homer in the sixth inning broke a 5-5 tie and powered the New York Mets past the Toronto Blue Jays 6-5 on Tuesday night at Citi Field. Francisco Lindor and Brandon Nimmo supplied solo shots to keep the Mets’ bats alive after Toronto erased a 5-2 deficit with three runs in the eighth. The win snapped New York’s two-game losing streak and left the Mets 3-1 in their last four meetings with Toronto. Alonso’s blast off Toronto reliever Tim Mayza capped a 14-pitch battle in the sixth and gave the Mets a lead they wouldn’t relinquish. Lindor’s 353-foot solo shot in the fourth off Toronto starter José Berríos followed a two-out single by Nimmo, who later tied the game with a 410-foot blast off Yimi García in the fifth. Toronto’s Vladimir Guerrero Jr. had tied the game at 5-5 in the eighth on a two-out single off Edwin Díaz, but Díaz escaped the jam to strand Guerrero at third and preserve the win. The Blue Jays loaded the bases in the ninth off Díaz but couldn’t plate the tying run. Toronto’s bullpen allowed three runs on three homers in the game, while Díaz worked around two inherited runners to finish with 1.2 scoreless innings and a game-saving strikeout of Alejandro Kirk looking to end it. Blue Jays manager John Schneider called Alonso’s two-run shot the difference-maker. “That’s a big swing in a tight game,” Schneider said. “We had the tying run at the plate and couldn’t come through. That’s the kind of at-bat that changes the outcome.” The Mets’ three-homer barrage marked their fourth game this season with at least three long balls, a trend that has coincided with their strongest offensive stretches. Their bullpen, often criticized for late-game volatility, delivered 3.1 scoreless innings after the fifth, including Díaz’s clutch outing. Meanwhile, Toronto’s bullpen—ranked 12th in ERA among AL relievers—has now coughed up 12 runs over its last 10 appearances, exposing a persistent vulnerability in high-leverage situations. Toronto’s offense, despite Guerrero’s 4-for-4 night and a .305 average in his last 10 games, has struggled to sustain rallies in the late innings. Their inability to capitalize on the bases-loaded opportunity in the ninth underscored a recurring issue: elite regular-season production that wilts under playoff-like pressure. The loss drops them to 4-6 in one-run games this year, a stat that looms large as the trade deadline approaches and contenders tighten their rosters. The Mets’ victory also highlights a growing trend of clutch performances from their core players. Alonso’s homer was his 25th of the season, tying him for third in the NL, while Lindor and Nimmo have combined for 32 homers and 95 RBIs. This trio’s ability to deliver in high-pressure situations has been a key factor in the Mets’ recent surge, positioning them as a wildcard threat with a lineup capable of explosive outings. Conversely, the Blue Jays’ loss amplifies the urgency for front-office moves. Their 4-6 record in one-run games and bullpen’s late-inning collapses suggest systemic issues that may not be solvable internally. With the trade deadline less than a month away, Toronto’s management faces a critical decision: bolster the bullpen or risk another postseason absence despite a potent lineup led by Guerrero and Bo Bichette. What’s next: The Mets (53-46) head to Philadelphia for a three-game set with the Phillies starting Friday, while the Blue Jays (49-50) remain in New York for a Wednesday tilt before a four-game swing through the AL East. ## Why this matters The win tightens the Mets’ grip on the NL Wild Card picture, keeping them within 1.5 games of the final spot. For Toronto, the loss extends a brutal stretch against contenders and drops them deeper into the playoff hunt, now 3.5 games back of the second Wild Card. Alonso’s clutch homer underscores the Mets’ resiliency, while the Blue Jays’ bullpen struggles raise fresh questions about their late-inning execution. The three-homer surge also signals New York’s lineup is peaking at the right time, a dangerous sign for opponents eyeing October. ## Frequently asked ### Who hit the go-ahead home run for the Mets? Pete Alonso drove a two-run homer in the sixth inning off Toronto reliever Tim Mayza to break a 5-5 tie and lift the Mets to a 6-5 lead. ### How many home runs did the Mets hit in the game? The Mets hit three home runs: Alonso’s two-run shot in the sixth, Francisco Lindor’s solo blast in the fourth, and Brandon Nimmo’s solo shot in the fifth. ### What was the Mets’ record before this win? The Mets entered the game with a 52-46 record and had lost two straight games before beating the Blue Jays. ### Who scored the tying run for the Blue Jays in the eighth? Vladimir Guerrero Jr. tied the game at 5-5 with a two-out single off Edwin Díaz in the eighth inning. ### Where did the game take place? The game was played at Citi Field in Queens, New York, the Mets’ home ballpark. ### What’s next for both teams? The Mets travel to Philadelphia for a three-game series with the Phillies starting Friday, while the Blue Jays stay in New York for Wednesday’s game before a four-game AL East road trip. ## Sources & Citations - [New York Mets vs. Toronto Blue Jays: Game Highlights](https://www.espn.com/video/clip/_/id/49242187/game-highlights) — ESPN (2026-07-01) --- Cite: Alonso’s two-run blast stuns Blue Jays, Mets escape 6-5. Sportopod, 2026-07-02. https://sportopod.com/en-US/cluster/new-york-mets-vs-toronto-blue-jays-game-highlights-d88d36bd