The Mets and Pete Alonso appear destined to reunite, making it a logical move for both the player and the team as offseason decisions loom
New York: So, the Mets just signed Juan Soto to a massive deal, right? Everyone thought that would kick off a wild Winter Meetings. But honestly, it was pretty quiet, just like the last few years.
Sure, there were some moves, like the Yankees grabbing Max Fried and trading for Devin Williams, plus the Red Sox making a deal for Garrett Crochet. But overall, the offseason has been pretty slow.
And then there’s Pete Alonso. His name hasn’t been buzzing much, which is surprising given how many big free agents are still out there. You’ve got guys like Corbin Burnes, Alex Bregman, and Cody Bellinger all waiting for their next moves.
Something’s gotta give soon, though. The Mets have a lot on their plate. They need at least one, maybe two, solid starting pitchers. Their rotation is looking a bit shaky right now.
Plus, they really need to strengthen their bullpen. Right now, they’ve got a few reliable arms, but not much else. And they have to figure out if they’re trading Starling Marte or Jeff McNeil.
Oh, and they need a first baseman. If they don’t get one, they might have to shift Mark Vientos over from third base. With Soto in the lineup, they still need another big bat, and Alonso could be that guy.
Alonso is a fan favorite and a homegrown talent. He’s on track to break the Mets’ home run record if he sticks around. Plus, he’s always talked about how much he loves playing in New York.
Last season, the Mets offered him a seven-year, $158 million extension. So, there’s definitely a chance they could find some common ground. Maybe they’ll offer him something like $125 million for five years.
Both Alonso and the Mets seem to want this to happen. The front office has been pretty clear about wanting him back. If they were just being polite, they could’ve kept it vague, but they haven’t.
From Alonso’s side, he and his agent want a big deal, but it’s tough to see him landing a massive contract right now. He’s entering his 30s and hasn’t had the best couple of years.
Other first basemen like Freddie Freeman and Matt Olson got big deals, but Alonso might not reach those numbers. The market could be tight, especially with other options available.
Some folks have linked him to the Yankees, but that doesn’t really make sense for their lineup. Maybe the Giants or Mariners will show interest, but who knows? Time is ticking for Alonso.
In the end, it just feels right for Alonso to stay with the Mets. They both fit each other perfectly, and it’s hard to ignore how logical this reunion seems. But for it to happen, one side needs to make a move soon.