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Pete Alonso Free Agency: Mets Face Big Decision
It’s that time of year again, isn't it? The air is getting a little crisper, the leaves are starting to turn, and the hot stove of baseball free agency is beginning to warm up. For us fans, it’s a time filled with speculation, hope, and maybe a little bit of anxiety. And this year, one name is at the forefront of many conversations: Pete Alonso.
When you think about Alonso, you can't help but picture that powerful swing, can you? He's been a fixture in Queens for seven seasons, and has become a beloved figure, even setting the Mets' all-time home run record this year. As Keith Hernandez pointed out on The Post’s “The Show” podcast, you just can't easily replace a bat like that, especially a right-handed one that balances out a lineup. He’s not just hitting dingers; he's driving in runs, too. We saw a nice rebound season from him in 2024, hitting 38 home runs and leading the league in doubles.
It feels like just yesterday he signed that two-year deal with an opt-out, and now here we are again, talking about his future. The Athletic’s Jim Bowden has him ranked as the number three free agent overall, and it’s easy to see why. Teams are reportedly looking at a price tag in the ballpark of six years and over $180 million. You look at contracts for players like Freddie Freeman and Matt Olson, and it makes sense. While some have pointed out his defensive capabilities, it's hard to argue with his offensive production and durability; he's played every game for the last two seasons.
The big question for Mets fans, of course, is whether he'll stay in orange and blue. Bowden suggests that if the Mets don't change their approach to securing a long-term deal this time around, they might risk losing him, and the thought of him joining a division rival like the Phillies is, frankly, a little unsettling. It seems like there's genuine mutual affection between Alonso and the city, but professional decisions have to be made.
So, as we head into this offseason, what will Pete Alonso's next chapter look like? Will he remain the face of the Mets, or will a new team be celebrating his powerful presence? It's a storyline that's sure to keep us all on the edge of our seats.
When you think about Alonso, you can't help but picture that powerful swing, can you? He's been a fixture in Queens for seven seasons, and has become a beloved figure, even setting the Mets' all-time home run record this year. As Keith Hernandez pointed out on The Post’s “The Show” podcast, you just can't easily replace a bat like that, especially a right-handed one that balances out a lineup. He’s not just hitting dingers; he's driving in runs, too. We saw a nice rebound season from him in 2024, hitting 38 home runs and leading the league in doubles.
It feels like just yesterday he signed that two-year deal with an opt-out, and now here we are again, talking about his future. The Athletic’s Jim Bowden has him ranked as the number three free agent overall, and it’s easy to see why. Teams are reportedly looking at a price tag in the ballpark of six years and over $180 million. You look at contracts for players like Freddie Freeman and Matt Olson, and it makes sense. While some have pointed out his defensive capabilities, it's hard to argue with his offensive production and durability; he's played every game for the last two seasons.
The big question for Mets fans, of course, is whether he'll stay in orange and blue. Bowden suggests that if the Mets don't change their approach to securing a long-term deal this time around, they might risk losing him, and the thought of him joining a division rival like the Phillies is, frankly, a little unsettling. It seems like there's genuine mutual affection between Alonso and the city, but professional decisions have to be made.
So, as we head into this offseason, what will Pete Alonso's next chapter look like? Will he remain the face of the Mets, or will a new team be celebrating his powerful presence? It's a storyline that's sure to keep us all on the edge of our seats.
