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Analysts See Pete Alonso Opting Out as Mets Face Offseason Decision

A year-one opt-out plus a big season has observers expecting the Mets slugger to test free agency.

DETROIT, MI - SEPTEMBER 2: Pete Alonso #20 of the New York Mets watches his solo home run against the Detroit Tigers during the first inning at Comerica Park on September 2, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 28: Pete Alonso #20 of the New York Mets hits a home run during the fifth inning against the Miami Marlins at Citi Field on August 28, 2025 in New York City.
DETROIT, MI - SEPTEMBER 2: Pete Alonso #20 of the New York Mets celebrates as he rounds the bases after hitting his second home run of the game against the Detroit Tigers in the seventh inning at Comerica Park on September 2, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 29: Pete Alonso #20 of the New York Mets rounds the bases after his second inning two run home run against the Miami Marlins at Citi Field on August 29, 2025 in New York City.

Overview

  • Alonso is in year one of a two-year, $54 million Mets contract that includes a post-2025 player opt-out, with no decision announced.
  • FanSided’s Christopher Kline now predicts Alonso will leave Queens this winter following an improved season.
  • Jon Heyman says the Mets make the most sense to keep him, with the Yankees viewed as a potential bidder.
  • If he hits the market, the Cubs and Red Sox are also cited as teams to watch for a first-base upgrade.
  • Represented by Scott Boras, Alonso has about 31 home runs and an OPS near .867, leading some to project a five- to six-year deal approaching $200 million.