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With the urgency palpable, the Mets were keen on reaching some form of resolution. They did not set hard deadlines or ultimatums, but the desire for clarity loomed large for both parties. Alonso, too, was in a place where he wanted to understand where he would be playing next season. The looming uncertainty added to the urgency felt throughout the day, bringing the negotiations to a head by the evening’s conclusion.