Overview
- Alonso opted out of the final year of his two-year, $54 million contract to test the open market.
- Multiple reports say he will seek at least a seven-year deal, with agent Scott Boras expected to push for maximum term.
- He strengthened his case by playing all 162 games with elite run production metrics, including 38 home runs and a 141 wRC+.
- His 2025 defensive grades were poor, including a -9 Outs Above Average, which is central to the Mets’ reluctance to commit long term.
- Speculation tags external suitors such as Boston—predicted by one outlet at five years and $115 million—while the Mets evaluate internal first-base shifts or a potential bid for Japan slugger Munetaka Murakami if he departs.