Summary
Orioles have signed first baseman Pete Alonso to a five-year, $155 million contract. Alonso, a former Mets player, joins Baltimore after being courted by multiple teams. The agreement follows Alonso's impressive performance in the 2025 season.
Key Facts
- Pete Alonso has signed with the Baltimore Orioles for $155 million over five years.
- Alonso previously played for the New York Mets.
- The deal was first reported by Jeff Passan of ESPN.
- Alonso is a five-time All-Star with notable achievements in 2025, including 38 home runs and 41 doubles.
- Kyle Schwarber, another sought-after player, signed with the Philadelphia Phillies for $150 million.
- The Orioles missed the playoffs last season, with a record of 75 wins and 87 losses.
- The Mets did not make a formal offer to re-sign Alonso.
- Baltimore's offseason focus has shifted from pitching to acquiring big hitters like Alonso.
