By Adeniyi Precious 
The New York Mets are making moves this offseason, picking up Juan Soto as their star signing, but they might not be done yet. Rumor has it, if Pete Alonso doesn’t re-sign, the Mets could go after Jurickson Profar to fill the gap. According to MLB insider Robert Murray, Profar’s versatility and solid hitting make him an attractive option for the team.
Profar isn’t just a one-trick pony. He’s got a strong bat—hitting .280 with 24 homers last season—and can play both the infield and outfield. Plus, he brings leadership to the clubhouse. At 31, he’s coming off a career-high season, earning his first All-Star nod and a Silver Slugger Award.
When it comes to free agency, Profar is expected to land a multi-year deal, possibly in the ballpark of $45 million over three years. His agent might push for a four-year contract, but MLB experts think three years is more realistic, considering his age. The Padres would love to keep him, but their budget issues might make that tricky.
Meanwhile, the Mets haven’t ruled out keeping Alonso. Despite rumors of stalled negotiations and a lukewarm three-year, $70 million offer, the two sides are reportedly talking again. Alonso, a four-time All-Star, had 34 homers and 88 RBIs last year, so it’s clear why the Mets want to keep him around.
Bottom line: the Mets have some big decisions to make, and fans will be watching closely to see how this all plays out.