Red Sox Emerge as leading Suitor for Mets’ Pete Alonso
The Boston Red Sox are widely considered among the most attractive landing spots for New York mets first baseman Pete Alonso, who recently declined his $15 million option for the 2026 season and became a free agent. The move signals Alonso’s intention to test the open market, and Boston’s need at first base aligns perfectly wiht the power hitter’s skillset.
Alonso, 30, finished the 2025 season with 38 home runs – eighth-most in Major League Baseball – and 126 RBIs, second only to Philadelphia’s Kyle Schwarber.His departure from the Mets, where he spent seven seasons and became the franchise’s all-time home run leader surpassing Darryl Strawberry, creates a important void in New York and a prime prospect for a team like the Red Sox. Boston’s pursuit of Alonso comes after a 2025 season marred by a season-ending knee injury to first baseman Triston Casas, leaving the position in flux.
The Red Sox’s front office, led by chief baseball officer Craig Breslow, has been noncommittal regarding Casas’s future at first base, further fueling speculation about a potential move for Alonso. Alonso signed a two-year,$54 million contract with the Mets in 2024,which included an opt-out clause he has now exercised. His availability represents a rare chance for Boston to add a proven,middle-of-the-order threat and solidify their lineup for years to come. The Red Sox will likely face competition from other teams, but their financial resources and clear positional need position them as frontrunners in the Alonso sweepstakes.
