The New York slugger launched another three-run homer in a high-stakes Game 5, reminding the Dodgers that he's only ever one swing away from changing the NLCS.N

Pete Alonso is taking no chances with his playoff pumpkin. Wearing a custom hoodie highlighting his now-famous lucky squash, the New York Mets’ slugger said the pumpkin was stashed away in his locker at Citi Field.

Does Pete Alonso have any more magical swings left to keep this magical playoff run going? The questions will begin to be answered Friday, which could be remembered as the Polar Bear’s final plunge with the Mets and perhaps at Citi Field in a home jersey.