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During press conferences, Alonso has been clear about his affection for the organization. He is open to extending his stay beyond the current deal, signaling his desire to remain a part of the Mets' future. In a light-hearted exchange, Alonso responded to a question about the exhausting nature of contract negotiations by stating, “not for me,” affirming his readiness to focus on the game rather than off-field distractions.