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Mets Enter Pivotal Offseason as Pete Alonso Opts Out and Edwin Díaz Weighs Future

The front office has begun a broad review focused on run prevention after a prolonged slide exposed pitching and defensive gaps.

MIAMI, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 27: Pete Alonso #20 of the New York Mets walks back to the dugout after the final out of the seventh inning against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot park on September 27, 2025 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Calvin Hernandez/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Pete Alonso confirmed he will exercise his opt-out and re-enter free agency, and executives expect his market to be stronger this winter because he no longer carries a qualifying-offer penalty.
  • Edwin Díaz said he has not decided on his opt-out and will consult his family, noting he loves the Mets and would consider returning even if he tests the market after an elite 2025 season.
  • President of baseball operations David Stearns said manager Carlos Mendoza is safe for now as the club evaluates the entire coaching staff and prioritizes pitching and defense.
  • New York finished 83-79 after a 45-24 start, missing the postseason on a tiebreaker as a 4.95 ERA from mid-June and negative defensive metrics underscored the collapse.
  • Media and former executives are floating contingency paths if Alonso departs, including moving Juan Soto to designated hitter and trade or free-agent pursuits such as Willson Contreras or Josh Naylor, though these remain speculative.