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The podcast hosts delved into comparisons with other elite players to gauge what Alonso’s contract should look like. Freddy Freeman’s 6-year, $162 million deal at age 32 is frequently referenced—a benchmark because Freeman is a sure-fire Hall of Famer, with better overall hitting and defensive numbers than Alonso. Alonso might be aiming for a similar or slightly higher deal based on his offensive numbers and potential.
Other comparisons include Marcus Semien, who signed a 7-year deal after a peak period but now appears to be overpaid based on recent performance. The hosts emphasized the risks inherent in long-term contracts that extend into Alonso’s mid-to-late 30s, when power hitters typically see a decline.