Francisco Alvarez reaches historic multi-homer mark for New York Mets catchers
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Last updated Sep 5, 2026
New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez recorded his seventh career multi-homer game during Friday's contest against the San Francisco Giants. This performance places him alongside Hall of Famers Johnny Bench and Gary Carter on the list of catchers with the most multi-homer games before turning 25. Alvarez, who turned 24 during the 2026 season, has hit 15 home runs in the current campaign. With 21 games remaining in the schedule, the catcher needs one more multi-homer performance to tie Bench for the record for the most such games by a player at his position before age 25. Having debuted in 2022, Alvarez has recorded 63 total home runs over his career. His future with the organization remains a subject of team evaluation as the Mets finalize their roster plans for subsequent seasons.
- •Francisco Alvarez recorded two home runs against the San Francisco Giants on Friday.
- •Alvarez now has seven career multi-homer games, tying Gary Carter.
- •Johnny Bench holds the record with eight multi-homer games as a catcher under age 25.
- •The New York Mets have 21 games remaining in the 2026 season.
- 4:23 PMYahoo Sports — Mets' Francisco Alvarez joins two Hall of Famer catchers in rare MLB HR history
"This feat of history for the young Mets catcher is very impressive.
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