Mets’ Pete Alonso Announces Personal News Ahead of Free Agency

The Alonsos previously announced Haley’s pregnancy in early April. They had not revealed the son’s name as of publication.

Alonso played for the Mets that night, going 2-for-4 with a strikeout in a 3-2 loss to the Washington Nationals. Unfortunately for Alonso, that loss marked one of many amid the Mets’ epic collapse that cost them an NL Wild Card spot.

Where Will Pete Alonso Sign in Free Agency?

Alonso, who turns 31 in December, wasted no time outlining his offseason plans, telling reporters immediately after a season-ending loss to the Marlins that he’ll opt out of his contract. He signed a two-year, $54 million deal with the Mets in February and, understandably, looks to secure a long-term contract upon hitting the open market again.

Considering that Alonso hit .272 with 38 home runs, 126 RBIs, 41 doubles, and an .871 OPS, it’s hard to see the Mets resisting the temptation to bring him back. The universal DH makes it easier than ever for the Mets to potentially shift Alonso away from first base as he gets older, a change that could theoretically happen as soon as next season.

Elsewhere, the Boston Red Sox and Houston Astros immediately make sense as potential spots for Alonso. Injuries have cost Triston Casas much of the last two years, though the Red Sox overcame his absence to make their first playoff appearance since 2021. A Boston lineup featuring Alonso and Alex Bregman, assuming the All-Star third baseman returns for 2026, sure sounds imposing.

Houston gambled on Christian Walker to play first, and his .717 OPS marked his lowest since 2021. Look for Houston to be aggressive in free agency after missing the playoffs for the first time since 2016.

Then, there are the Yankees. Paul Goldschmidt is an impending free agent, and there’s no reason to believe the 38-year-old will be back next season. If the Yankees want to add Alonso, that could force a difficult decision about Ben Rice’s future — or, alternatively, Austin Wells’ future if the Yankees are open to making Rice the full-time catcher.

Either way, we look forward to seeing baby Alonso wearing the gear of whichever team his father is playing for next season. For his sake, Alonso can only hope that the presence of a baby at home helps him finally make it to the World Series.