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Blue Jays In The Mix For Pete Alonso
The Athletic's Will Sammon and Ken Rosenthal report that free-agent first baseman Pete Alonso's market is heating up, and the Toronto Blue Jays have engaged in discussions for the power-hitting first baseman, according to league sources. According to a person familiar with Toronto's thinking, they'd prefer to keep Vladimir Guerrero Jr, even if they landed Alonso. Guerrero can also play third base, and he and Alonso could split designated-hitter duties. The New York Mets want a resolution soon, and SNY's Andy Martino reports they have pivoted to Plan B while considering the most likely outcome at this juncture that Alonso will sign elsewhere. A financial hurdle still exists between the Mets and Alonso, and it will be tough to re-sign him if the team strikes a deal with other players. For example, the Mets just re-signed outfielder/DH Jesse Winker on Thursday.
Source: The Athletic - Will Sammon and Ken Rosenthal
Source: The Athletic - Will Sammon and Ken Rosenthal
