Shohei Ohtani, who could be back pitching in July, is the clear NL MVP favorite. But based on current exploits, it might be between a couple of guys named Pete drafted by the Mets: Pete Crow-Armstrong and Pete Alonso.

The Alonso signing may not be the best of the winter (that might be Max Fried), but it isn’t far behind, even with $33 million in tax added to the $30M salary.

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<figcaption>Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong (4) celebrates after hitting a home run against the Washington Nationals. <span class="credit">Rafael Suanes-Imagn Images</span></figcaption>

He won’t be getting $500M, or close. But this is the third year out of four Alonso is outhitting Vlad Guerrero Jr.

The Mets had the other Pete, but as Jed Hoyer said on “The Show,” the New York Post podcast, the Mets didn’t want to part with the higher ranked (at the time) Francisco Alvarez, Brett Baty, Ronny Mauricio or Matt Allan, so the Cubs settled for acquiring PCA in a 2021 trade.

Shohei Ohtani is the clear NL MVP favorite. But based on current exploits, it might be between a couple of guys named Pete drafted by the Mets.{ai:summary}<p>Shohei Ohtani is the frontrunner for the NL MVP, but Mets players Pete Crow-Armstrong and Pete Alonso are also in the conversation. Alonso's recent performance solidifies his value, despite the hefty tax on his salary, while Crow-Armstrong continues to impress with the Cubs. </p><p>The Mets opted to keep top prospects instead of trading for Crow-Armstrong, a decision that reflects their strategy in player development. Alonso's consistent hitting against competitors like Vlad Guerrero Jr. highlights his importance to the team. #sports</p>

A pair of Petes forcing their way into NL MVP consideration

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