Alonso UNLEASHES Homer to Send Dodgers Packing Mets Force Game 6 in Epic NLCS Comeback

Pete Alonso golfed an early three-run homer and the New York Mets hammered an ineffective Jack Flaherty extending the National League Championship Series with a 12-6 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 5. Starling Marte had three doubles in a brilliant all-around performance as New York stay in the series despite consecutive losses.

The Mets now return to LA looking for another win to send the NLCS to a decider. They will be hoping the 12-run performance against the Dodgers will boost their confidence ahead of the matchup. New York rode the wave of their bats in Game 5 hitting multiple home runs to edge Flaherty and relievers from the Dodgers.

Los Angeles who held a commanding 3-1 lead before the game remain one win away from the World Series even as Mets claimed the much-needed win. However Mets captain Alonso echoed his teammates sentiments saying "we never gave up" and "showed character".

The team had jumped to a three-run lead following Alonso's shot and despite some resistance from the Dodgers were always in control. New Yorks strong performance saw Marte stand out with a near-perfect night at the plate as he added an RBI.

The thrilling match comes at the end of an equally intense match-week that Mets hope to ride into Game 6. The stage is set for a thrilling showdown between the two teams with Mets looking to claw their way back and Dodgers seeking to cement their ticket to the World Series.