Pete Alonso’s Future Uncertain: High Price Tag Sparks Interest from Eight Teams

Contract demands place Mets in a challenging position while eight teams show interest.

The New York Mets face tough competition in retaining their star first baseman, Pete Alonso. Despite the team’s interest in securing his services, Alonso’s steep contract demands have attracted attention from eight other MLB teams, including the Toronto Blue Jays and Boston Red Sox, as reported by Bob Nightengale of USA TODAY.

Contract Comparisons Create a Stalemate

Alonso’s agent, Scott Boras, is aiming high, using Prince Fielder’s nine-year, $214 million contract with the Detroit Tigers in 2012 as a benchmark. However, MLB teams are hesitant to match this figure. Many are unwilling to surpass deals like Freddie Freeman’s six-year, $162 million contract or Matt Olson’s eight-year, $168 million deal.

At age 30, Alonso is older than Fielder was when he secured his massive contract. Additionally, Alonso is coming off one of his less impressive seasons, hitting .240 with a career-low .788 OPS, 34 home runs, and 88 RBIs. While his postseason performance has kept his market alive, the lofty price tag is giving potential suitors pause.

Short-Term Deals May Be the Answer

Industry speculation suggests Alonso may need to settle for a short-term deal with a high annual value, potentially including opt-outs. A reported three-year, $90 million offer has already been declined by Alonso’s camp, but negotiations could continue along similar lines.

Alonso’s Legacy with the Mets

Remaining with the Mets carries unique value for Alonso. He is just 26 home runs away from surpassing Darryl Strawberry’s franchise record and plays a key role in protecting newly acquired Juan Soto in the lineup. For now, Alonso’s contributions to the Mets’ offense give him a strong case to stay, but the ultimate decision will depend on balancing his demands with market realities.

As the offseason progresses, all eyes are on Alonso and the Mets to see whether they can find common ground—or if one of the eight interested teams will swoop in with an offer too good to refuse.