Steve Cohen operating with Mets budget is always subject to change
The Mets are suddenly in the same situation as the Yankees when Juan Soto left for the Mets, strategically trying to replace Pete Alonso. That's ironic. Basically, both sides were going to spend $1 to keep a slugger, but when he left, they realized the best use of the money was to cut it into […]
Mets have faith in Mark Vientos filling potential Pete Alonso void
Mark Vientos isn't thrilled with his limited playing time at first base, but there is some confidence within the organization that he can play the position if needed. The Mets have made the decision in recent days to hold off on reuniting with Pete Alonso, according to the Post's Joel Sherman, but the hard-hitting first […]
Breaking down Pete Alonso’s market with Mets divorce expected
Big questions remain about Pete Alonso's home speech for the 2025 season after the Mets decided to move on from the slugging first baseman. Sources say the Mets believe Alonso will sign elsewhere. The newspaper's Joel Sherman reported Thursday that Alonso turned down the team's offer of a three-year contract worth between $68 million and […]
What the Mets’ infield could look like in 2025 without Pete Alonso
The Mets appear to be ready to move Pete Alonso, so the impact on the roster will be significant. Here's a look at what the team can do in the infield without Alonso. Alonso could still return, but will likely head elsewhere: Mark Vientos The 25-year-old started nine games at first base in the majors […]
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. […]
Mets think Pete Alonso is a goner as they begin Plan B
The Mets have not yet added a first baseman to replace Pete Alonso, but they have begun the process of moving on without him. The Mets began to pivot away from Alonso with Thursday's $7.5 million, one-year deal to keep Jesse Winker, but there is internal belief that he will sign elsewhere. Pete Alonso appears […]
David Stearns can’t let magical Mets moment sway Pete Alonso talks
The sun's temperature on Wednesday morning was 19 degrees. It was so cold that I had to thaw my hair before brushing it. The cold brought to mind something Frank Gifford said in the early afternoon of Dec. 31, 1967, hours before kickoff at the Ice Bowl at Lambeau Field. “I just took a nice […]
Yankees interested in Tim Hill reunion but Mets also in play
As the reliever market continues to take shape, their competition could come from across town, with the Yankees still interested in reuniting with left-hander Tim Hill. The Post confirmed that the Mets are also considering a deal with the 34-year-old, who has emerged as a reliable weapon in the Bronx. The Yankees have some work […]
Mets finalize $5 million deal with 17-year-old Elian Pena
Although the Mets lost Roki Sasaki, officials confirmed they received a significant consolation prize in 17-year-old shortstop Elián Pena from the Dominican Republic. Pena, considered by some scouts to be the next best international free agent, signed a $5 million contract with the Mets on Wednesday, the first day of the international signing period, after […]
Carlos Beltran’s Hall of Fame possibility presents Mets fans a curveball
Maybe we should start talking about this now. There is at least a chance that Carlos Beltran will receive the 75 percent of votes needed to be inducted into the Hall of Fame as early as next Tuesday. And when that happens, if not now, then in a few years, it will be most interesting […]