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Mets fans chant against David Stearns during Alonso's Citi Field return

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 9:43 AM

Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Mets fans chant against David Stearns during Alonso's Citi Field return

Summary

During Pete Alonso's return to Citi Field on September 15, Mets fans gave him a warm reception but expressed discontent towards team president David Stearns. After Alonso flew out in his first at-bat, chants of 'Fire Stearns' erupted, reflecting frustration over Alonso's departure. The first baseman, who signed a five-year deal with the Baltimore Orioles, is having a strong season, entering the game with 35 home runs and 100 RBIs. Alonso acknowledged the fans' feelings but refrained from criticizing the Mets. He is now just one home run away from his 300th career homer.

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•Mets fans chanted 'Fire Stearns' after Alonso's first at-bat.
•Alonso received a standing ovation and warm tributes before the game.
•He signed with the Orioles for $155 million after leaving the Mets.
•Alonso is hitting.937 OPS and is close to his 300th career home run.
•The Mets have struggled to replace Alonso's offensive output.

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9:43 AMYahoo Sports — Mets fans send clear message to David Stearns during Pete Alonso’s return to Citi Field

What they're saying

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Pete Alonso received a huge welcome from New York Mets fans on his return to Citi Field, but the home crowd also made its feelings towards David Stearns very clear. After Alonso flew out in his first at-bat back in Queens, fans began chanting “Fire Stearns”, directing their anger at the Mets president of baseball operations.
— Yahoo Sports

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