Pete Alonso Eyes $150 Million Deal as Mets Weigh Their Options
So, big news out of Major League Baseball — and especially for Mets fans. Pete Alonso, the face of power hitting in Queens, is once again a free agent, and this time, the numbers being predicted for his next contract are huge. According to a recent report from Bleacher Report’s Zachary Rymer, Alonso could be in line for a six-year, $150 million deal — and the most likely team to sign him? His current club, the New York Mets.
Now, this whole situation has been building for a while. Last offseason, the Mets took a gamble by letting Alonso test the free-agent market. It was a risky move — after all, we’re talking about a five-time All-Star and one of the most consistent power hitters in the game. But as it turned out, Alonso didn’t find the long-term offer he wanted. So, he returned to New York on a short-term “pillow deal,” meant to boost his value before hitting free agency again.
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And that’s exactly what happened. After an incredible season in which Alonso hit .272 with 38 home runs and led the National League with 41 doubles, he decided to opt out of his contract. This time, he’s in a much stronger position to command that big, career-defining payday he’s been chasing for years.
Rymer explained that Alonso and his agent, Scott Boras, are likely to move fast — not wait for the rest of the market to set the tone. He pointed out that this partnership between Alonso and the Mets has worked for seven years, and there’s really no good reason for it to end now. The Mets still need Alonso’s right-handed power at first base, and financially, they have the flexibility to make it work without pushing into the luxury tax threshold for 2026.
For Mets fans, this is a critical moment. Alonso isn’t just another player — he’s become one of the most beloved figures in New York baseball. His energy, leadership, and knack for clutch home runs have made him the emotional core of the team. Letting him walk would not only hurt on the field but also in the clubhouse and with the fanbase.
The only complication? The Mets are also heavily focused on upgrading their pitching. If they prioritize landing a top starter — say, someone like Dylan Cease — it could make things tricky financially. Balancing those ambitions while keeping Alonso might require some careful maneuvering.
Still, one thing is clear: Pete Alonso’s value has never been higher. Whether it’s the Mets stepping up or another National League contender swooping in, a massive deal seems inevitable. And if that six-year, $150 million figure becomes reality, Alonso will finally get the long-term commitment his performance has more than earned.
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