Mets' Peter Alonso hits two homers after being named 51s MVP

Alonso has 35 HR this season in the minors

9/1/2018, 6:10 PM

Jul 15, 2018; Washington, DC, USA; USA infielder Peter Alonso (34) hits a two run home run in seventh inning against the World Team during the 2018 All Star Futures Game at Nationals Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports / Geoff Burke

Peter Alonso has enjoyed an incredible season between two minor league levels this season and has been acknowledged for his efforts.

Prior to their game on Friday night, the Las Vegas 51s presented Alonso with the MVP award. Since being called up by the 51s, Alonso has hit .257/.355/.580 with 20 HR and 65 RBI, including two homers the night he received his award.

Your 2018 #LV51s Mayor's Trophy winner: @PeterAlonso20! pic.twitter.com/4KS4HZXrAk
- Las Vegas 51s (@LasVegas51s) September 1, 2018

Alonso tore up Double-A during the first half of the season, hitting .314/.440/.573 with 15 HR and 52 RBI before earning the call-up to Las Vegas.

Super honored for the award! It's been an awesome season. 3 more to go!!!! #finishstrong https://t.co/MhMNT35Y8i
- Peter Alonso (@PeterAlonso20) September 1, 2018

Alonso was not involved in the Mets' September callups.

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