The New York Mets opted not to pursue a Pete Alonso contract extension this offseason, making it very clear early in the winter that it wasn’t a realistic option. With the All-Star first baseman now popping up in MLB trade rumors, it’s becoming more evident why the two sides couldn’t agree to terms.
New York did make an attempt to extend Alonso’s contract. As previously reported, the Mets offered Alonso a seven-year deal worth north of $150 million. While the deal wouldn’t have made him one of the highest-paid MLB players, it would’ve provided him with one of the highest average annual salaries among first basemen. Ultimately, the offer was rejected and Alonso’s name popped up in MLB rumors months later.
The Mets could never agree to terms on a trade for Alonso, though, there were substantial talks with the Milwaukee Brewers. A year later, New York is floating Alonso’s name in MLB trade rumors once more and there’s a legitimate chance he’s moved with an extension seemingly off the table.
According to Bob Nightengale of USA Today, Alonso is expected to want a contract worth at least $200 million from whatever team he chooses to sign with in MLB free agency this winter.
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