Summary
Pete Alonso, a baseball player known for his home runs with the New York Mets, signed a five-year contract with the Baltimore Orioles for $155 million. The Mets did not make an effort to keep Alonso, and he expressed that he views his departure as a business decision. Alonso emphasized that he holds no hard feelings and looks forward to his new role with the Orioles.
Key Facts
- Pete Alonso signed a five-year, $155 million deal with the Baltimore Orioles.
- The New York Mets did not offer Alonso a contract to stay with the team.
- Alonso had previously signed a two-year, $54 million deal with the Mets.
- Alonso stated on a podcast that he views leaving the Mets as a business decision.
- The Mets also let go of other long-tenured players this offseason.
- Alonso is known as the Mets' all-time leader in home runs.
- His departure seems to align with the Mets seeking a fresh start by changing key players.
