Pete Alonso's deal includes an opt-out clause, which could make him a free agent again following the 2025 season. Here's how the Mets lineup looks.

Late on Wednesday night, five days before pitchers and catchers report to Port St. Lucie, a flurry of activity involving Alonso and the Mets took over social media. First SNY’s Andy Martino broke the news and then every other insider chimed in with more information.

In the Mets' view, Alonso’s competitive drive will outweigh any possible dissatisfaction with a two-year contract.