Can the Mets really let Pete Alonso go in free agency <a href="https://nypost.com/2025/05/06/sports/pete-alonsos-transcendent-start-a-boon-to-mets/">after the year he’s having</a>?&nbsp;

“He fits the Mets. He’s great there,” one rival GM says. “That’s the right place for him. He’s a fan favorite. He had a down year and they still brought him back.”&nbsp;

The Mets obviously threatened not to sign him back before Steve Cohen raised the first-year bid from around $25 million to $30M, getting it done.&nbsp;

Alonso, who’ll obviously opt out, met at Dodger Stadium with agent Scott Boras. His <a href="https://nypost.com/2025/04/24/sports/potential-extensions-for-pete-alonso-kyle-tucker-wont-come-easy/">better season</a> (.949 OPS) and the lack of a qualifying offer should play.&nbsp;

Pete Alonso, who’ll obviously opt out, met at Dodger Stadium with agent Scott Boras. His season and the lack of a qualifying offer should play. {ai:summary}<p>Pete Alonso's future with the Mets is uncertain as he approaches free agency after a strong season. Despite a previous down year, he remains a fan favorite and fits well with the team. His agent, Scott Boras, is expected to negotiate a lucrative deal, especially with no qualifying offer in play.</p><p>The Mets previously raised their bid to retain him, but Alonso is likely to opt out of his current contract. His impressive performance this season, highlighted by a .949 OPS, adds to the speculation about his potential departure. #sports</p>

Mets may not be able to afford to let Pete Alonso walk this time

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