New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso was named to his fifth career All-Star Game on Sunday night. But don't expect to see Alonso pursue a third Home Run Derby crown when the event is hosted on Monday,

This article was originally published on www.si.com as Mets Fans Will Love Pete Alonso’s Reason for Turning Down Home Run Derby Invite. The New York Mets have not been playing their best baseball as of late, but they're in the heat of the NL East race as the All-Star break quickly approaches.