Pete Alonso's Mets contract outlook: Possible opt-out and search for a long-term deal amid impressive 2025 season performance.
New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso is expected to exercise his player option and opt out of his existing two-year, $54 million contract once the 2025 season ends, barring any injuries. Alonso’s preference for a longer-term deal is driving this anticipated decision, despite the typical market challenge for right-handed first basemen entering their 30s securing extended contracts.
So far this season, Alonso has demonstrated considerable offensive production, posting a .268 batting average with an .871 OPS and hitting 28 home runs. Such performance increases the likelihood that Alonso will attract offers closer to the contract length and value he sought from the Mets last year.
Industry Analysts Share Their Perspectives on Alonso’s Upcoming Free Agency
On August 19, SNY’s Danny Abriano and The Athletic’s Tim Britton appeared on Mets Off Day Live to discuss the potential terms Alonso might receive during free agency this offseason. Both analysts referenced the precedent set by Vladimir Guerrero Jr., who signed a 14-year, $500 million deal with the Toronto Blue Jays earlier this year, establishing a new benchmark for first baseman contracts.
Britton outlined that Alonso is likely aiming for a deal spanning five or six years, stating that $24 million would be the base salary for next season if Alonso stays with the Mets, with plans to build upwards from there. He remarked,
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“Whether the Mets are the team that gives that to him, whether he’s able to land that in a way he couldn’t last year, that’s going to be an interesting story all winter,”
“I think four, five, six [years], around $25 [million] AAV is kind of where [Alonso’s contract] is gonna come in. I don’t think there’s that monster deal out there for Pete… Would have been a different story if Pete stayed red-hot, as he was the first few months of the season. But he’s gonna be coming off a pretty good campaign.”
—Danny Abriano, SNY Reporter
Alonso’s Future with the Mets and Market Constraints
Abriano also expressed the belief that Alonso would prefer to continue his career in New York, with the Mets organization likely eager to retain him and fans strongly supporting that outcome. However, the Mets’ front office is expected to adhere to budget limitations and may hesitate to offer a contract longer or more lucrative than Alonso’s perceived market value.
Consequently, the negotiation dynamics between Alonso and the Mets remain similar to last offseason, though his strong performance in 2025 could incentivize more favorable long-term contract offers from other MLB teams.
What Lies Ahead for Pete Alonso’s Contract Negotiations
With Alonso heading toward free agency, the upcoming offseason will be critical in determining both the duration and financial terms of his next contract. Experts project a five to six-year deal valued near $25 million annually, reflecting Alonso’s successful 2025 campaign and the current market for first basemen. Whether the Mets match this expectation or Alonso pursues opportunities elsewhere will be a storyline MLB fans watch closely as 2025 closes.
