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Conversely, the conversation surrounding Pete Alonso took a more contentious turn. There is increasing speculation that the Mets are prepared to move on from Alonso, who was once considered a cornerstone of the franchise. Many were taken aback when reports emerged stating that the Mets had made a "final offer" of $68-70 million over three years, which many fans deemed surprisingly low.
Alonso’s long tenure with the Mets and impressive performance metrics led many to believe a more substantial contract would be negotiated. However, with David Sterns now navigating the team's direction, this offer reveals a shift in the organization’s philosophy, favoring flexibility and youth over long-term commitments to players approaching their 30s.