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Alonso, a homegrown Mets star and fan favorite, is reportedly seeking at least seven years and over $30 million annually. Like Harper, Alonso is in his prime but has experienced defensive struggles, especially when playing at first base, and has had some offensive inconsistency. The parallel between their ages and the discussions surrounding their contracts complicates the negotiations, especially as the perception of Harper's decline impacts how teams evaluate Alonso’s future worth.