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Mets’ potential Pete Alonso divorce would have Brett Baty ramifications

The financial gap between the Mets and Pete Alonso remains large, and with a breakup likely at this point, the Mets have a good chance of acquiring the starting infielder. This means Brett Batty has a great chance to get a third chance at third base, especially with Ronnie Mauricio returning from an injury year.

Batty has become a decent third baseman and has great power, albeit sporadically. But the big question remains: Is New York the right place for him?

One rival executive sees Batty as a “landscape changer.”


Brett Batty reacts during the Mets vs. Giants game on May 25, 2024. Robert Szabo of the New York Post

While the Mets were aggressive in their pursuit of Juan Soto, they apparently took a more explicit approach with longtime star Alonso. Even after Alonso indicated he would consider a three-year contract (with an opt-out), the Mets showed little interest in meeting the salary demands of the player who has hit the most home runs in the National League since entering the league in 2019. There wasn't. .

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