4 ways the NY Mets can spend $500 million with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. staying put

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2) Sign Pete Alonso to a four year $132 million extension

There was a lot of drama surrounding the contract negotiations between the Mets and Pete Alonso last offseason. The Mets wanted to bring back Alonso on a short-term deal, while Alonso, under the guidance of Scott Boras, wanted a long-term contract, similar to what Matt Olson got from the Braves. With a seemingly large gap between the two sides, it was a surprise to some when the Mets brought back Alonso on a two-year deal.

This compromise has worked out pretty well for the Mets so far in 2025. In nine games, Alonso looks more like his old self, slashing .290/.421/.645 with three home runs, nine RBIs, and an ERA+ of 199. It's not just his numbers that look good, but he's made adjustments at the plate. His swing looks much better, and he's no longer fishing for balls in the dirt. It appears that he's due to have a big year in 2025.

Because of this hot start, many fans have talked about locking up Alonso for a long-term deal to keep him in Queens for life. With Guerrero Jr. off the market, the next best option for the Mets would be to lock up Alonso. Throughout his seven-year career, he's slashed .249/.340/.516 with 229 home runs, 597 RBIs, a 134 OPS+, and a wRC+ of 132. A four-year deal with an annual value just below Guerrero Jr. is perfect for both the Mets and Alonso.

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