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Pete Alonso Enters Free Agency as Mets Signal Reluctance on Long-Term Deal

New reporting points to a pitching-first plan under David Stearns, making a long commitment unlikely.

PORT ST. LUCIE, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 17: New York Mets owner Steve Cohen looks on during spring training workouts at Clover Park on February 17, 2025 in Port St. Lucie, Florida. (Photo by Rich Storry/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 21: Pete Alonso #20 of the New York Mets returns to the dugout in the eighth inning of a game against the Washington Nationals at Citi Field on September 21, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Heather Khalifa/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 21: Pete Alonso #20 of the New York Mets gestures to the dugout after reaching first base during the sixth inning of a game against the Washington Nationals at Citi Field on September 21, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Heather Khalifa/Getty Images)
Aug 13, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets right fielder Juan Soto (22) is greeted by first baseman Pete Alonso (20) after hitting a two run home run in the second inning against the Atlanta Braves at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images.

Overview

  • Sources say Alonso opted out of his contract this week, entering the market after a 2025 season with a .272 average, 38 home runs and 126 RBIs.
  • ESPN’s Jorge Castillo reports industry expectations that the Mets will pursue a front-line starter, with Tarik Skubal trade talk surfacing and skepticism they will meet Alonso’s long-term ask.
  • MLB insider Ken Rosenthal has said he believes Stearns does not want Alonso in Queens on an extended deal.
  • Alonso changed his Instagram profile photo from a Mets image to a Florida Gators picture, a public signal that has fueled talk about his openness to leaving.
  • Speculation from CBS Sports suggests the Mets could pivot to Alex Bregman as a lineup replacement if Alonso signs elsewhere.