Two-time champ Pete Alonso of the New York Mets told reporters Sunday that he will skip the Home Run Derby in Atlanta, adding "I have never really fully enjoyed the three off-days, so I just want to be in the best possible position to help this team win.

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Pete Alonso surpassed David Wright on one of the Mets' all-time lists during the team's 12-6 in over the Yankees on Saturday.