The Mets signed Juan Soto to a massive deal, but will they keep Pete Alonso to protect their new star?
The New York Mets made a significant move by signing outfielder Juan Soto to a $765 million contract. This raises the question of whether Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns will protect this new acquisition by re-signing first baseman Pete Alonso . Soto had a career-high 41 home runs for the New York Yankees in 2024, finishing third in the American League MVP Award voting behind Aaron Judge.
Alonso could provide valuable protection for Soto as he has been one of baseball's top sluggers since his debut. Alonso's 226 home runs rank second in MLB since 2019. Stearns and Mets owner Steve Cohen have expressed their desire for Alonso to stay with the team. However, several teams are looking for a new first baseman. Will the Mets take the necessary steps to retain their homegrown slugger? ESPN's David Schoenfield predicts that Alonso will re-sign with the Mets for a multi-year deal. He believes Alonso might receive around $150 million, but the Mets are likely to be the team that offers him that amount. Schoenfield suggests that the Yankees, despite needing a first baseman, might avoid a long-term commitment like the one Stanton has, and instead look for a short-term solution. Spotrac projects Alonso's market value at six years and $174 million, while Schoenfield predicts a six-year, $159 million contract
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