Pete Alonso

Peter Morgan Alonso, nicknamed “Polar Bear,” is an American professional baseball first baseman, known for his power-hitting prowess. Born on December 7, 1994, in Tampa, Florida, Alonso played college baseball for the Florida Gators before being drafted by the New York Mets in 2016. He made his MLB debut on Opening Day 2019 and won the National League Rookie of the Year award, setting a record with 53 home runs for a rookie. A four-time All-Star, Alonso has led the league in homers and RBI and claimed the Home Run Derby title twice (2019, 2021), cementing his reputation as one of baseball’s premier sluggers.

Personal Information

Full Name: Peter Morgan Alonso

Nickname: “Polar Bear”

Date of Birth: December 7, 1994

Birthplace: Tampa, Florida

Position: First baseman

MLB Debut: March 28, 2019, for the New York Mets

College: Played for the Florida Gators baseball team

Drafted: Selected by the New York Mets in the 2nd round of the 2016 MLB Draft

Notable Achievements: 2019 NL Rookie of the Year, MLB Home Run Derby winner (2019, 2021), 4-time MLB All-Star

Career Highlights: Set a rookie record with 53 home runs in 2019 and led the league in RBIs in 2022.

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