New York Mets slugger Pete Alonso went into the last offseason with no clarity on his long-term future, but has emerged through the first six weeks of the season as the undisputed top hitter in the National League. Now, Alonso could be on to an even bigger title by the end of the year.

After striking out in free agency, the Mets brought first baseman Pete Alonso back on a so-called "pillow contract," a two-year, $54 million deal that allows him to test free agency again this winter if he has a strong season.

PHOENIX — It’s only May, but it seems safe to say Pete Alonso will be asked to participate in his sixth Home Run Derby. MLB’s greatest ambassador of the event is off to one of the hottest starts in baseball this season and has yet to show any signs of slowing down.