The New York Mets have been trying to re-sign Pete Alonso, but as opening day approaches they still have not agreed to terms with him.
The Blue Jays have whiffed on many top free agents such as Shohei Ohtani, Roki Sasaki and Corbin Burnes. They finally cashed in when they lured Santander to town. Getting Alonso to sign on the dotted line would prove that Toronto is serious about competing in 2025.
The New York Mets could emerge as the best fit for superstar Pete Alonso despite some reports indicating otherwise.
Since the Mets' apparent pivot, another Alonso suitor, the Toronto Blue Jays, made their first major signing of the offseason, adding outfielder Anthony Santander on a five-year, $92.5 million contract. While the Blue Jays could still add Alonso, it's unclear if they would shell out another major contract for a power hitter like Alonso.
The Toronto Blue Jays, who have repeatedly struck out on top free agents two offseasons in a row, have been the most heavily rumored suitor of late. The San Francisco Giants, too, have long sought a big bopper and could use a first baseman.
Just days after finally landing a high-end free agent by signing Anthony Santander, it seemed like Ross Atkins and the Toronto Blue Jays were about to pull off
The New York Mets and Pete Alonso free agency saga has been a rollercoaster ride throughout this MLB offseason. There was a point last month where it felt like
The latest MLB rumors include Jack Flaherty's potential landing spots, the Mets' continued interest in Pete Alonso, and another international star up for grabs.
Slugging first baseman Pete Alonso could soon be reunited with former teammate Max Scherzer after reports suggested the Toronto Blue Jays were interested in acquiring both players
Talks between free agent first baseman Pete Alonso and the Blue Jays are "advancing," reports SNY. A deal is not done and there is no guarantee it gets done, but talking is something. Toronto landed Anthony Santander earlier this week and can put him in the outfield full-time,
SNY's baseball insider Andy Martino reported on X January 23 that, 'Talks between Pete Alonso and the Blue Jays are 'advancing,' per a source with knowledge. No