Mets fans call for David Stearns' firing after Alonso's 300th home run
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 2:14 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Pete Alonso, who previously played for the New York Mets, hit his 300th career home run in a ninth-inning game-tying effort at Citi Field. Following this moment, Mets fans chanted for the dismissal of President of Baseball Operations David Stearns, who is facing criticism for his decision to let Alonso leave the team. Alonso is having a strong season, leading the American League in RBIs, while the Mets have been eliminated from postseason contention. Owner Steve Cohen has stated he intends to retain Stearns despite the team's struggles.
- •Pete Alonso hit a game-tying home run in the ninth inning.
- •Mets fans chanted 'Fire David Stearns' post-home run.
- •Alonso leads the American League with 101 RBIs this season.
- •The Mets are eliminated from postseason contention.
- •Steve Cohen plans to keep Stearns despite team performance.
- 2:14 PMYahoo Sports — Mets Fans Call For David Stearns To Be Fired After Pete Alonso's Late Game Heroics
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