Overview
- Alonso confirmed his opt-out after a standout 2025 season that featured 38 home runs, an NL-best 41 doubles, an .871 OPS and a fifth All-Star nod.
- The Athletic’s Jim Bowden projects a six-year, $182 million contract and identifies the Phillies as a prime suitor if they pivot from Kyle Schwarber.
- Reports say agent Scott Boras is seeking seven years, a target criticized by local commentators, with Jon Heyman reporting the Mets are unlikely to re-sign at that length.
- Defensive metrics, including a minus-9 Outs Above Average and poor range and arm grades, are repeatedly cited as reasons teams may cap term.
- A new survey of nearly 5,000 Mets fans shows re-signing Alonso trailing priorities like adding an ace, with analysts also noting next year’s CBA expiration could temper long deals.