Pete Alonso Cashes In: Mets Lock Him Up With 2-Year, $54 Million Agreement

Well, Mets fans, breathe easy—Pete Alonso isn’t going anywhere.

After months of uncertainty, the New York Mets and their longtime slugger have agreed to a two-year, $54 million contract, bringing Alonso back to the only team he’s ever played for. The deal, which is pending a physical, also includes a key detail: an opt-out after the first year, meaning Alonso could test free agency again next winter if things go well.

For now, though, he’s set to make $30 million in 2025, and for Mets fans, that’s all that matters.

The Market Didn’t Play Out How Alonso Expected

There was a time when Alonso seemed destined for a mega-contract. The man has done nothing but mash since breaking into the big leagues in 2019, leading the majors in home runs during that stretch except for Aaron Judge. When the Mets offered him a seven-year, $158 million extension in 2023, he turned it down, betting on himself.

That bet didn’t pay off the way he hoped.

Free agency wasn’t as kind to Alonso as it was to some of his peers. Teams across the league—like the Giants and Blue Jays, who showed interest—weren’t willing to hand out a long-term deal to a right-handed, power-hitting first baseman in his 30s. Even after rejecting the Mets’ one-year, $21.05 million qualifying offer, he found that the demand just wasn’t there at the level he expected.

Meanwhile, the Mets themselves weren’t in a rush to bring him back. At one point, owner Steve Cohen openly voiced frustration over the slow negotiations, and there were real talks of the team moving in a different direction. But in the end, with Alonso still available and the market not offering what he wanted, both sides came back to the table and struck a deal.

Alonso’s Numbers Have Dipped, But He’s Still Got Pop

Let’s be real—Alonso’s offensive production isn’t quite what it used to be.

In 2022, he had an .869 OPS.
In 2023, that number dropped to .821.
And in 2024, it dipped again to .788, his lowest full-season mark.

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His home run total in 2024—34 bombs—was still solid, but also the fewest he’s hit in a full season. His FanGraphs WAR (wins above replacement) has gone down each year, from 3.8 to 2.8 to 2.1.

Does that mean Alonso is washed? Absolutely not. But it does explain why teams were hesitant to break the bank for him.

Still, despite the statistical dip, there’s no denying Alonso is still a game-changer when it counts—just ask the Milwaukee Brewers about that.

The Postseason Heroics That Cemented His Value

One of the biggest reasons the Mets ultimately brought Alonso back? His ability to deliver in the clutch.

This past October, in Game 3 of the Wild Card Series, the Mets were down 2-0 in the ninth inning, staring at elimination. Then Alonso stepped to the plate, took a changeup from Brewers closer Devin Williams, and sent it to the opposite field for a three-run bomb.

The Mets won the game and advanced to the NLDS against the Philadelphia Phillies, where Alonso stayed hot, homering twice. He even went deep again in the NLCS against the Los Angeles Dodgers, though the Mets fell in six games to the eventual World Series champs.

Alonso’s postseason track record is stellar—a .278 average, .429 OBP, .574 slugging percentage over 70 career playoff plate appearances. Even as his regular-season numbers dipped, his ability to show up in big moments made him invaluable.

And let’s be honest—Mets fans love him.

Where Alonso Fits in the 2025 Mets Lineup

Now that Alonso is officially back, the Mets’ lineup is looking dangerous.

Francisco Lindor leading off
Juan Soto hitting second
Pete Alonso in the three-hole
Mark Vientos in the cleanup spot

That’s a serious 1-4.

Beyond them, the Mets still have a deep roster, including Brandon Nimmo, Starling Marte, Tyrone Taylor, Francisco Alvarez, and Jeff McNeil. They also have some young infield talent in Ronny Mauricio, Luisangel Acuña, and Brett Baty.

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Oh, and they made some sneaky-good offseason moves, including:

Re-signing Jesse Winker
Trading for Jose Siri from the Rays

That’s a balanced offense with power, speed, and versatility.

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Mets Overhaul Their Pitching Staff, Too

It wasn’t just the lineup that got stronger this offseason—the Mets made some big changes to their pitching staff as well.

Re-signed lefty Sean Manaea
Signed right-handers Frankie Montas, Clay Holmes, and Griffin Canning
Bolstered the bullpen with A.J. Minter and Ryne Stanek

After dealing with pitching struggles last season, these moves should give New York some much-needed stability.

Pete Alonso Cashes In: Mets Lock Him Up with 2-Year, $54 Million Agreement

Will Alonso Stay Long-Term? That’s Still Unclear.

While Alonso’s return is huge, let’s not ignore the elephant in the room—this deal doesn’t guarantee he’ll stay beyond 2025.

With the opt-out clause, Alonso has a chance to hit free agency again next winter if he puts up big numbers. If he bounces back and has a monster season, he could test the market again for the long-term deal he originally wanted.

But if his numbers continue to dip? He may opt-in for 2026 and take the guaranteed $24 million.

For now, though, Mets fans get at least one more season with The Polar Bear in Queens.

Final Thoughts: The Mets Are Ready to Contend

The 2025 Mets are shaping up to be a dangerous team. With Alonso staying put, Soto in the mix, and a revamped roster, they’ll be right in the NL East race.

And for Pete Alonso, this is a prove-it year. Can he still be the elite power hitter we saw in 2019? Can he silence the doubters who think he’s past his prime?

We’ll find out soon enough. But for now, one thing is certain:

Alonso is still a Met. And that’s great news for New York.