Lindor and Alonso power Mets to win over Diamondbacks in Phoenix

Francisco Lindor’s three-run homer and Pete Alonso’s two-run shot lift New York Mets past Arizona Diamondbacks 5-4.

Francisco Lindor (#12) of the New York Mets celebrates with teammate Pete Alonso (#20) after hitting a two-run home run in the second inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Citi Field, in the Flushing neighborhood of Queens, New York City, on April 29, 2025. Photo by Dustin Satloff/Getty Images

By Anna Fadiah and Hayu Andini

The Mets win over Diamondbacks on Monday night in Phoenix came courtesy of big bats and clutch relief, as Francisco Lindor and Pete Alonso each homered to lift New York to a 5-4 victory. The win snapped a rough stretch for the Mets, who had lost six of their previous ten games after riding a seven-game winning streak.

It was a statement game for a team still finding its consistency. Lindor launched a pivotal three-run homer in the seventh inning to provide insurance, while Alonso’s two-run shot in the fourth gave the Mets their first lead. With starting pitcher Griffin Canning earning his fifth win of the season, and closer Edwin Diaz locking down his eighth save, New York managed to hold off a late Arizona rally.

Pete Alonso has made a habit of tormenting Arizona's Ryne Nelson, and Monday night was no exception. Alonso’s two-run home run in the fourth inning turned a 1-0 deficit into a 2-1 lead for the Mets. It was part of a 1-for-4 night that also included a single, bringing his career numbers against Nelson to an impressive 5-for-11 with four home runs and eight RBIs.

Nelson, who was making his first start of the season in place of Corbin Burnes—scratched due to right shoulder inflammation—lasted only 4.1 innings. He gave up two runs on three hits, issued four walks, and struck out two. He exited the game after hitting Lindor in the fifth.

The Mets padded their lead in the seventh, when Francisco Lindor stepped in against Arizona reliever Ryan Thompson and smashed a three-run home run that made it 5-1. It was Lindor’s sixth homer of the season and arguably his most crucial, coming just as the Diamondbacks’ bullpen sought to keep the game within reach.

The shot proved decisive when the Diamondbacks mounted a comeback attempt in the eighth. Lindor’s performance on the night included two hits and three RBIs, offering a much-needed jolt for New York’s offense, which had struggled for consistency in recent outings.

Griffin Canning quietly continued his strong campaign, giving the Mets five-plus solid innings. He allowed just one run on six hits, struck out six, and walked one. He exited in the sixth after walking Pavin Smith to start the inning, but by then had done more than enough to put New York in a position to win.

With the performance, Canning improved to 5-1 on the season, tying him with Brandon Pfaadt and Nick Pivetta for the National League lead in wins. His lone blemish was a leadoff home run to Corbin Carroll, who blasted Canning’s second pitch into the right field seats for his third leadoff homer of the year.

Diamondbacks nearly complete comeback

The Mets win over Diamondbacks was nearly spoiled in the eighth inning when reliever Dedniel Núñez lost command and walked the bases loaded. Arizona capitalized with an RBI single from Josh Naylor and a two-run single from Eugenio Suarez, trimming New York’s lead to 5-4.

Manager Carlos Mendoza turned to Reed Garrett, who struck out one and induced a foul pop-up to escape the jam and preserve the Mets’ narrow lead.

In the ninth, Edwin Diaz took over for the save opportunity. After Alonso’s throwing error allowed Alek Thomas to reach first, Thomas attempted to steal second but was ruled out after replay review upheld the call on the field. Diaz then retired the next two batters to secure the win.

The Mets’ offense showed signs of life with key contributions from across the lineup. Tyrone Taylor added a double and a triple, and Juan Soto reached base three times on a single and two walks. Despite not producing a high hit total, New York capitalized on its opportunities, drawing seven walks and making Arizona’s pitchers work.

While the team is still trying to find a consistent rhythm, Monday’s performance suggested the potential for a turnaround. The timely hitting, combined with strong pitching, highlighted a blueprint the Mets will aim to replicate as they push forward in the National League.

Arizona’s skid continues

The Diamondbacks, meanwhile, have now lost three of their last four games and continue to struggle in close contests. Their offensive burst in the eighth wasn’t enough to overcome a bullpen that has struggled to contain power hitters like Alonso and Lindor.

Corbin Carroll remains a bright spot for Arizona. In addition to his leadoff homer, he collected another hit and has been a consistent presence atop the lineup. However, the lack of production from the middle of the order has put more pressure on the Diamondbacks’ pitching staff.

The Mets and Diamondbacks are facing off for the fourth time in just over a week, having played a three-game set in New York last week. The familiarity between the clubs is likely adding tension and scouting depth to each encounter.

For the Mets, the win over the Diamondbacks provides a necessary morale boost as they navigate a challenging early season stretch. With Griffin Canning emerging as a reliable presence on the mound and power threats like Lindor and Alonso swinging hot bats, New York appears poised to capitalize on momentum.

The Diamondbacks, on the other hand, will look to regroup and hope Corbin Burnes returns healthy for his expected Friday start. Their ability to bounce back may depend heavily on steadying their bullpen and finding run support outside of Carroll.

As both teams jockey for early positioning in the NL standings, Monday’s game served as a reminder of how narrow the margin for error can be. For the Mets, a combination of star power and timely pitching delivered a much-needed victory in the desert.