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For example, the New York Yankees and Houston Astros swiftly allocated their funds towards other strategic signings, leaving limited room for Alonso. Even the Toronto Blue Jays, contemplating a potential move, faced challenges in offering a lucrative deal as they operated under unique constraints. Ultimately, many teams chose to pass on the bidding for Alonso out of concern that New York Mets owner Steve Cohen would outspend them, especially given his reputation for aggressive investment.