The Unlikely Hero's Homecoming: What Alonso's 300th Homer Really Means Pete Alonso's milestone home run at Citi Field was a poignant reminder of the blurred lines between fan loyalty and personal sentiment.
As the Queens crowd chanted his name, showering him with affection and adoration, one couldn't help but wonder what this outpouring of support said about the state of baseball fandom.
Alonso's 300th home run was a triumphant moment for the player himself, capped off by a curtain call from the very fans who once cheered against him.