"New York Mets slugger Pete Alonso confirmed Sunday that he will decline his 2026 player option and become a free agent once the offseason officially begins. The announcement came shortly after the Mets were eliminated from postseason contention. Alonso, 30, would forgo a guaranteed $24 million salary to test the market again. He first reached free agency last winter but returned to New York in February on a two-year, $54 million deal that included the opt-out clause."
"The first baseman turned in one of the best seasons of his career in 2025, appearing in all 162 games and posting a .272/.347/.524 line with 38 homers and 126 RBI. In August, he eclipsed Darryl Strawberry to become the franchise's all-time home run leader. Alonso has been a central figure during a period of limited postseason success, just two playoff trips in seven years."
Pete Alonso will decline his 2026 player option and become a free agent once the offseason begins. He would forgo a guaranteed $24 million salary after returning to New York on a two-year, $54 million deal that included an opt-out clause. Alonso played all 162 games in 2025, batting .272/.347/.524 with 38 homers and 126 RBI, and in August became the franchise's all-time home run leader. He said his next contract will prioritize joining a team that can win a World Series. His decision could reshape the Mets' offseason plans and prompt additional roster moves.
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