Pete Alonso Could Cash In After Career Season with Mets

NEW YORK, NY – The New York Mets are facing a crucial offseason decision as star first baseman Pete Alonso becomes a free agent again. After a standout season, Alonso is expected to seek a long-term deal following his short-term re-signing with the Mets last year.

Alonso originally tested the free agency waters last offseason but ended up returning to the Mets on a contract after failing to find the right deal. This year marks a new opportunity for the slugger, whose performance could net him the lucrative contract he has desired.

Zachary Rymer of Bleacher Report has suggested that the Mets will likely prioritize retaining Alonso in the coming weeks. “Rather than wait for others to do it, the better play for Alonso and Boras is to move quickly to set the market themselves,” Rymer wrote.

Rymer emphasized Alonso’s importance to the Mets, stating, “The Mets still need Alonso’s right-handed power at first base.” The team is in a financial position where it could afford to offer Alonso a substantial contract.

Alonso is immensely popular among Mets fans, and losing him would be a significant blow for the organization. However, the Mets also face competition for funds as they might also aim to bolster their pitching staff.

If the Mets focus too heavily on pitching and overlook Alonso, they risk losing him to another team. As they navigate this offseason, their decisions will determine not only Alonso’s future but also the direction of the team’s roster.