Red Sox Could Explore Pete Alonso Trade as Power Bat Option
Boston, MA – The boston Red Sox could gauge the availability of New York Mets slugger Pete Alonso, according to sources, as they seek to bolster their lineup’s power potential. With Alonso entering his final year of arbitration and the mets potentially pivoting towards a rebuild, a trade could become a realistic possibility this offseason.
Alonso,29,has established himself as one of baseball’s premier power hitters,leading the National League with 46 home runs in 2019 and currently boasting 151 home runs over his five-year career.The Red Sox, despite improvements in their offense, ranked 17th in MLB in home runs in 2023 with 168. A potential acquisition of Alonso would promptly inject a important power threat into a lineup that struggled at times to consistently drive the ball out of the park. Though, his defensive limitations at first base and the potential cost in prospects would be key considerations for Boston’s front office, now led by former Nationals executive Paul Toboni.
alonso earned $14.5 million in 2023 and is projected to receive a raise through arbitration, potentially exceeding $20 million for the 2024 season. The Mets’ new leadership, under owner Steve Cohen, is evaluating all options as they navigate a period of transition. While Alonso has expressed a desire to remain in New York, the financial realities and the team’s direction could force a trade.
The Red Sox possess several prospects who could appeal to the Mets, including outfielder Roman Anthony and infielder Nick Yorke. The team’s willingness to part with top-tier talent will likely determine whether they can successfully negotiate a deal for Alonso. The situation is fluid, and the Red sox are expected to explore other options as well, but Alonso represents a potentially impactful addition to their roster.
