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Roberts invites listeners to email their opinions on who they think would best replace Alonzo. He underscores that financial details and contract negotiations are fluid and that realistic expectations must consider budget and team-building strategies.
He concludes with a teaser for the next episode: discussing potential replacements for Edwin Diaz, signaling yet another big question mark for the Mets’ upcoming season.
In essence, the Mets face a complex puzzle: to replace Pete Alonzo’s offensive power and durability, they must weigh tradeoffs between offense, defense, contract size, and lineup balance. Whether it’s Bregman’s elite defense, Schwarber’s prolific power, or Naylor’s all-around game, the decision will be pivotal in shaping the team’s future.