New York Mets owner Steve Cohen added further confusion to the Pete Alonso contract situation on Friday by claiming the organization is indeed willing to spend a bunch more money.
Heading into the MLB games today, the Mets were looking to bounce back from a disappointing loss on Opening Day. Unfortunately, they were unable to do that and fell to the Milwaukee Brewers again by a score of 7-6. However, one of the bright spots on the day was slugger Pete Alonso.
After going hitless on Friday, the first baseman went 2-for-4 and slugged his first homer of the season as they attempted to tie the game late. Alonso was a major story all winter and will continue to be as the organization lets him play out the final year of his contract instead of extending one of the few homegrown stars they have.
The team’s lack of urgency has confused many New York Mets fans, with one explanation being they do not want to add money to a bloated $307 million payroll this season. However, before their season opener, Cohen was asked if the goal is to get under the $241 million luxury cap threshold next season and he had a surprising response.
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