Alonso hitless in return to Queens but Henderson’s homer eliminates Mets as Orioles win 2-1

In a game at Citi Field, the Baltimore Orioles secured a 2-1 victory over the New York Mets on Monday night. Pete Alonso made an impact by going hitless in his first appearance at the iconic ballpark. Gunnar Henderson stepped up to the plate in the eighth inning and delivered a crucial home run, eliminating the Mets and bringing the Orioles closer to the American League wild card spot.

Heston Kjerstad contributed with an RBI double in the second inning. A.J. Ewing hit a homer for the Mets, who were eliminated from playoff contention following the win.