Summary
Pete Alonso, a key player for the New York Mets, will enter free agency after opting out of his contract. Despite a strong season, the Mets have not committed to a long-term deal with Alonso. The team's President of Baseball Operations, David Stearns, expressed interest in retaining Alonso, but his future with the team remains uncertain.
Key Facts
- Pete Alonso is leaving his current contract with the Mets to become a free agent.
- Alonso previously signed a two-year, $54 million deal to stay with the Mets.
- He hit 38 home runs with a .272 batting average and an .871 OPS this season.
- The Mets missed the playoffs, which ends their current season.
- David Stearns, the team's baseball operations president, wishes to keep Alonso.
- Alonso played in 162 games this season, marking consistent participation.
- The Mets have been unwilling to offer Alonso a long-term contract previously.
