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Mets slugger Pete Alonso to skip Home Run Derby

Mets slugger Pete Alonso declines Home Run Derby invite after taking part in event every season of his career

While Alonso wants to stay fresh in 2025 to help the Mets, he could have another reason for declining the event. Alonso signed a two-year, $54 million deal to return to the Mets in the offseason, but that deal contains an opt-out after 2025.

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Mets slugger Pete Alonso won't take part in 2025 Home Run Derby

After winning titles in 2019 and 2021, Mets first baseman Pete Alonso will end his five-year streak and pass on the July 14 Home Run Derby in Atlanta.

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Pete Alonso and Kyle Schwarber will skip Home Run Derby the night before All-Star Game

New York Mets slugger and two-time winner Pete Alonso joined Philadelphia designated hitter Kyle Schwarber in electing to skip the Home Run Derby. The derby will be held next Monday, the night before the All-Star Game,

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Mets slugger Pete Alonso to skip Home Run Derby, but doesn't rule out an eventual return to defend his crown

"I want to fully be able to enjoy the festivities," Alonso said of his decision. "That's really what it boils down to. "As fun as it is, for me, it's not necessarily the work or the swings. It's more ...

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Here are the 2025 Home Run Derby participants

Fittingly, it was none other than Braves superstar Ronald Acuña Jr. who was named as the first entrant into the 2025 T-Mobile Home Run Derby, as he’ll be swinging for the fences in front of his home ...

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