New York Mets fans have had enough of the Pete Alonso contract saga. Talks have been dragging on since mid-2024, yet there’s still no deal in sight. The back-and-forth has left Alonso frustrated, the team in limbo, and the fans downright exhausted. They just want this never-ending drama to wrap up so the Mets can focus on what really matters—winning. If Alonso is holding out for a massive payday, it’s looking less and less likely to come anytime soon. But according to MLB insider Jon Heyman, there might still be a way to make it happen.

Pete Alonso had always wanted to stay with the Mets, but things hit a snag in 2024 when the offer the team made was nowhere near what he expected. He wasn’t going to settle for a lowball deal and was hoping the Mets would bump up their offer. But that became tricky for the Mets after they just handed out a massive $765 million deal to Juan Soto. Considering such commitment already bound, giving Alonso a huge contract became a serious challenge. But during an episode on the Bleacher Report YouTube channel, Joe Heyman had a solid idea. He presented a potential solution that could work for both sides without breaking the bank.

He said, “Pete Alonso is a terrific home run hitter one of the most consistent home run hitters in baseball over the past several years. Judge in a category by himself but in that next category I’d put Alonso, with Ohtani, with Soto and there are a few guys in that category. Matt Olson, a pretty good home run hitter as well. We forget him sometimes, a low-key guy who plays every day and a terrific all-round player. But I do think that the Mets, even though there is a gap and he talks about asymmetrical offers. I do think there is that opportunity. The structure of the deal as far as I define structure; it is pretty similar.”

So, they were talking about Pete Alonso and how he’s easily one of the most consistent home run hitters around, along with Ohtani, Soto, and Olson. But they said that none of them are even close to Aaron Judge. Olson was mentioned as an underrated but solid all-around player. Then they mentioned the Mets and Alonso, suggesting that even though there have been some hiccups in the talks, there’s still a good chance for a deal to get done. The structure of the deal seems pretty simple, which could help move things along. All in all, it sounds like there’s potential for something to happen with the Mets and Alonso.

The journalist also added “I think they’re both willing to do that three-year deal with opt-outs and you know that deal has worked obviously. It worked for Snell who ended up signing a two-year deal with an opt-out, then opted out moved from the Giants to the rival Dodgers. Got a $182 million. Matt Chapman as well, worked out for him nicely. Got a 3 year deal with opt-outs, opted out. At least threatened or was going to opt-out and turned that into a six-year $151 million deal.”

So, the whole thing with Alonso and the Mets is still a bit up in the air. The journalist pointed out how those deals with opt-outs have worked out well for players like Snell and Chapman. They were able to use those opt-outs to secure huge long-term contracts. Even though the Mets are throwing around some “asymmetrical offers,” there’s still a chance they could figure something out with Alonso.

Right now, it’s all about waiting and seeing what happens next. The Mets might step up and give him a solid offer, helping him lock in a long-term deal. Or, Pete Alonso could decide to bet on himself, sign with another team, and come back later to cash in on an even bigger deal. It’s all a bit of a waiting game at this point.

How the Mets’ offseason moves are crafting their 2025 vision

The New York Mets have certainly been active this offseason, making some big moves to strengthen their roster for 2025. One of their standouts is Juan Soto, who is coming aboard on a massive 15-year, $765 million contract. This is huge for their offense, as Soto is one of the best hitters in the game right now. With him patrolling the outfield, the Mets are getting a long-term solution and definitely big strides in their lineup. As far as his participation is concerned, it is undoubtedly a game-changer for them moving forward. It seems they are preparing themselves for a good season.

Now, after locking Juan Soto away, the Mets made some real good moves towards bolstering up their lineup with Jesse Winker, who made his debut midway through last year, signing a one-year deal with a salary reportedly around $8 million. This guy is quite flexible and will even play at first base should the need be there. All is not, however, smooth with Pete Alonso’s contract.

Mets owner Steve Cohen called the talks “exhausting” and hinted that they might have to move on if they can’t reach a deal. This uncertainty has them looking at other options for the first base spot. It’s been a bit of a mess, and the team is trying to figure out their next steps. All in all, there’s a lot up in the air with Alonso’s future with the Mets.

The Mets are trying to close some gaps with their recent signings, including relief pitcher A.J. Minter and outfielder Tyrone Taylor. They hope these bullpen and outfield depth additions will keep them competitive all season long. Well, securing the key players and areas they needed improvement in seems to be a step toward a well-balanced team for 2025. It shows them really itching to compete seriously at every level. All this is part of keeping them in the mix for a solid season. Well-positioned by the Mets, it will be interesting to see how it plays out.