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Juan Soto Urges Mets to Re‑Sign Pete Alonso as Free Agency Begins

Soto’s public push highlights clubhouse support while team decision-makers stress defense and run prevention in roster planning.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 21: Pete Alonso #20 of the New York Mets tags out Dylan Crews #3 of the Washington Nationals for a double play in the first inning of a game at Citi Field on September 21, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Heather Khalifa/Getty Images)
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May 7, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto (22) celebrates with first base Pete Alonso (20) after hitting a solo home run against the Arizona Diamondbacks in the sixth inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Soto told reporters he wants Alonso back and also voiced support for re-signing veteran outfielder Starling Marte, citing their value to the clubhouse.
  • Alonso entered free agency after opting out following a 2025 season in which he played all 162 games, hitting .272/.347/.524 with 38 home runs and 126 RBI.
  • New York missed the postseason with 83 wins, and GM David Stearns has emphasized improving run prevention and overall defense this offseason.
  • Newsweek, citing a FanSided prediction, notes the Mets could target Josh Naylor as a replacement at first base, with Spotrac projecting a four-year, $60 million deal.
  • Defensive metrics cited from Baseball Savant show Naylor with positive outs above average at first base, contrasting with Alonso’s negative career mark at the position.