The Mets had just lost to the Brewers on June 26, bringing maybe the first hint of recognition to the home clubhouse at Citi Field that this season was broken beyond repair.
Pete Alonso trusted his gut after his opening at-bat on Tuesday night against the Cubs, but an umpire told him to hold up. The Mets first baseman was held up by third-base umpire Ramon De Jesus as he circled the bases.