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Will the Mets Be REWARDED for Waiting OUT Pete Alonso Again?
New York Mets play a high-stakes waiting game with Pete Alonso's free agency, betting on a slow-developing market to land their star slugger on a team-friendly deal. With the Red Sox and Phillies lurking and few viable alternatives available via free agency or trade, the Mets face a crucial test: Can patience secure Alonso, or will hesitation cost them their power hitter?Ryan Finkelstein breaks down the front office’s strategy, the ripple effects of the Kyle Schwarber sweepstakes, and contract options, including escalators and deferrals to keep Alonso in Queens. Key topics include the risk of…
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