If they land skubal...
Bro - I didn't even know this was a rumor and appartently it is.....
OMG if they get Skubal....Dodgers looking at a dynasty
Baseball.........Anybody still interested?
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Bro - I didn't even know this was a rumor and appartently it is.....
OMG if they get Skubal....Dodgers looking at a dynasty
I hope they don't get him...
LA has the cash.
Skubal gotta want to join that rotation, he knows he's getting a ring.
This shit could really happen.
Mets’ Edwin Diaz offer revealed — and what they told him before he bolted for Dodgers
Here’s what the Mets offered Edwin Diaz before he left for the Dodgers.
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Before the closer took Los Angeles’ three-year, $69 million contract on Tuesday, the Mets offered three years, $66 million with modest deferrals, The Post’s Joel Sherman reports.
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Fuck him and the Mets.Mets’ Edwin Diaz offer revealed — and what they told him before he bolted for Dodgers
Here’s what the Mets offered Edwin Diaz before he left for the Dodgers.
Before the closer took Los Angeles’ three-year, $69 million contract on Tuesday, the Mets offered three years, $66 million with modest deferrals, The Post’s Joel Sherman reports.
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Yup, because we need him when it matters in red octoberI'm good with it. Dude gotta get his shit together come October though
Fuck him and the Mets.
gawd damn it cuz...
watch ya language in front of scrumptious redbone
MANNERS!!!
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Effects of Alonso's O's deal on Mets, Red Sox and rest of free-agent market
December 10th, 2025
Mark Feinsand
@feinsand
Pete Alonso reportedly finalizing deal with Orioles
Dec 10, 2025 · 6:56
Pete Alonso reportedly finalizing deal with Orioles
ORLANDO, Fla. – In light of Pete Alonso reportedly coming to terms with the Orioles, we asked MLB Insider Mark Feinsand to break down what it means for the market.
With Pete Alonso gone, everyone is assuming the Mets are going to make a big move on the free-agent market. What is your best guess on what that might be?
President of baseball operations David Stearns has a lot of work to do in the coming weeks. With the departure of Alonso to Baltimore and the trade of Brandon Nimmo to Texas, the Mets now have two glaring needs in their everyday lineup at first base and in the outfield.
The top corner-infield options on the free-agent market are Alex Bregman and Eugenio Suárez – both third basemen – so they may not be ideal fits. Munetaka Murakami and Kazuma Okamoto, two Japanese stars who were recently posted, could be free-agent options at first base.
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Where do the Mets go after losing Pete Alonso?
Dec 10, 2025 · 6:00
Where do the Mets go after losing Pete Alonso?
The more likely big-ticket targets are Kyle Tucker and Cody Bellinger, whose markets should begin to pick up before too long. With the salaries of Alonso, Edwin Díaz and Nimmo off the books, there is plenty of room in the payroll to pursue one of the outfielders, who figure to command the most of any hitters remaining on the market.
The Mets are also looking to add a starting pitcher – Michael King remains a top target, though a trade for somebody like Freddy Peralta could be the preference – and another reliever, with Robert Suarez among the arms being discussed.
Breaking down the Pete Alonso-Orioles deal from all angles
The Orioles finally made the big free agent move their fans have been clamoring for. Do you think they are done? And if not, who will they target?
I don’t believe the Orioles are finished. They remain in the hunt for a frontline starting pitcher – King and Framber Valdez are believed to be their top preferences – though as outlined above with the Mets, Baltimore could scour the trade market in search of that arm.
Even with a number of their top prospects graduating to the Majors in recent years, the Orioles have some attractive prospect chips to use in a trade. Slugging first baseman Coby Mayo, who struggled during his 85 games in the Majors this season (11 home runs, 28 RBIs and a .687 OPS), just turned 24 on Wednesday and could be coveted by a number of clubs.
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Melanie Newman on the Orioles swinging big in FA
Dec 10, 2025 · 3:58
Melanie Newman on the Orioles swinging big in FA
The Orioles finally spent big on a free agent for the first time in years as they look to take advantage of this window while their young players aren’t making a lot of money. I don’t think Alonso was their lone move.
We’ve seen three of the top free agents (Alonso, Kyle Schwarber, and Díaz) agree to deals in the last two days … who will be next?
The guess here is either Suarez (the best reliever remaining on the market) or King, who is among the top starters available.
The relief market has been moving at a rapid pace this winter, with Díaz joining Devin Williams, Ryan Helsley, Raisel Iglesias, Emilio Pagán and Kyle Finnegan on the list of free-agent bullpen arms to sign new deals.
Impact of Edwin Diaz signing with the Dodgers
Dec 9, 2025 · 2:14
Impact of Edwin Diaz signing with the Dodgers
Suarez is one of the few back-end types left on the market, with Pete Fairbanks, Kenley Jansen, Tyler Rogers and Luke Weaver also on that list.
King is likely to sign a shorter-term deal than Framber Valdez, Ranger Suárez and Tatsuya Imai, making him a popular target among pitching-needy teams.
The Red Sox (a supposed Alonso suitor) and Yankees are two big-market teams that have been surprisingly quiet this winter. What do you think is holding them up, and where do you think they will turn?
Alonso was absolutely a target for the Red Sox, who are in need of a right-handed power bat. With Alonso and Schwarber off the market, Boston could look at one of the two Japanese sluggers to fill first base, where Triston Casas is no longer a given at the position.
In addition to first base, the Red Sox have a need at third base with Alex Bregman on the open market. A reunion with Bregman is possible, though Boston could look at Bo Bichette or Eugenio Suárez, while a trade – Houston’s Isaac Paredes is an option – could also be the play. There has also been ample buzz this week about a potential Boston trade for All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte.
How does Alonso deal affect Red Sox's pursuit of Bregman?
As for the Yankees, their top priority remains a reunion with Bellinger, who excelled during his first season in the Bronx. Tucker is also a possibility for the Yankees, though sources say they prefer Bellinger between the two. One name you can likely cross off the list: Fernando Tatis Jr. Despite some rumblings this week about a potential trade that could send Tatis to the Yankees, sources say it’s highly unlikely that such a scenario will take place.
New York isn’t believed to be in the market for a top starting pitcher, though the Yankees are surely seeking more bullpen help with Williams and Weaver in free agency. Brad Keller is a name to watch, as he could potentially help fill a rotation spot until Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodón return from injury, then shift into a bullpen/swing man role.
December 10th, 2025
Mark Feinsand
@feinsand
Pete Alonso reportedly finalizing deal with Orioles
Dec 10, 2025 · 6:56
Pete Alonso reportedly finalizing deal with Orioles
ORLANDO, Fla. – In light of Pete Alonso reportedly coming to terms with the Orioles, we asked MLB Insider Mark Feinsand to break down what it means for the market.
With Pete Alonso gone, everyone is assuming the Mets are going to make a big move on the free-agent market. What is your best guess on what that might be?
President of baseball operations David Stearns has a lot of work to do in the coming weeks. With the departure of Alonso to Baltimore and the trade of Brandon Nimmo to Texas, the Mets now have two glaring needs in their everyday lineup at first base and in the outfield.
The top corner-infield options on the free-agent market are Alex Bregman and Eugenio Suárez – both third basemen – so they may not be ideal fits. Munetaka Murakami and Kazuma Okamoto, two Japanese stars who were recently posted, could be free-agent options at first base.
Winter Meetings presented by CohnReznick: Complete coverage
Where do the Mets go after losing Pete Alonso?
Dec 10, 2025 · 6:00
Where do the Mets go after losing Pete Alonso?
The more likely big-ticket targets are Kyle Tucker and Cody Bellinger, whose markets should begin to pick up before too long. With the salaries of Alonso, Edwin Díaz and Nimmo off the books, there is plenty of room in the payroll to pursue one of the outfielders, who figure to command the most of any hitters remaining on the market.
The Mets are also looking to add a starting pitcher – Michael King remains a top target, though a trade for somebody like Freddy Peralta could be the preference – and another reliever, with Robert Suarez among the arms being discussed.
Breaking down the Pete Alonso-Orioles deal from all angles
The Orioles finally made the big free agent move their fans have been clamoring for. Do you think they are done? And if not, who will they target?
I don’t believe the Orioles are finished. They remain in the hunt for a frontline starting pitcher – King and Framber Valdez are believed to be their top preferences – though as outlined above with the Mets, Baltimore could scour the trade market in search of that arm.
Even with a number of their top prospects graduating to the Majors in recent years, the Orioles have some attractive prospect chips to use in a trade. Slugging first baseman Coby Mayo, who struggled during his 85 games in the Majors this season (11 home runs, 28 RBIs and a .687 OPS), just turned 24 on Wednesday and could be coveted by a number of clubs.
5 key takeaways from Polar Bear's migration to Baltimore
Melanie Newman on the Orioles swinging big in FA
Dec 10, 2025 · 3:58
Melanie Newman on the Orioles swinging big in FA
The Orioles finally spent big on a free agent for the first time in years as they look to take advantage of this window while their young players aren’t making a lot of money. I don’t think Alonso was their lone move.
We’ve seen three of the top free agents (Alonso, Kyle Schwarber, and Díaz) agree to deals in the last two days … who will be next?
The guess here is either Suarez (the best reliever remaining on the market) or King, who is among the top starters available.
The relief market has been moving at a rapid pace this winter, with Díaz joining Devin Williams, Ryan Helsley, Raisel Iglesias, Emilio Pagán and Kyle Finnegan on the list of free-agent bullpen arms to sign new deals.
Impact of Edwin Diaz signing with the Dodgers
Dec 9, 2025 · 2:14
Impact of Edwin Diaz signing with the Dodgers
Suarez is one of the few back-end types left on the market, with Pete Fairbanks, Kenley Jansen, Tyler Rogers and Luke Weaver also on that list.
King is likely to sign a shorter-term deal than Framber Valdez, Ranger Suárez and Tatsuya Imai, making him a popular target among pitching-needy teams.
The Red Sox (a supposed Alonso suitor) and Yankees are two big-market teams that have been surprisingly quiet this winter. What do you think is holding them up, and where do you think they will turn?
Alonso was absolutely a target for the Red Sox, who are in need of a right-handed power bat. With Alonso and Schwarber off the market, Boston could look at one of the two Japanese sluggers to fill first base, where Triston Casas is no longer a given at the position.
In addition to first base, the Red Sox have a need at third base with Alex Bregman on the open market. A reunion with Bregman is possible, though Boston could look at Bo Bichette or Eugenio Suárez, while a trade – Houston’s Isaac Paredes is an option – could also be the play. There has also been ample buzz this week about a potential Boston trade for All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte.
How does Alonso deal affect Red Sox's pursuit of Bregman?
As for the Yankees, their top priority remains a reunion with Bellinger, who excelled during his first season in the Bronx. Tucker is also a possibility for the Yankees, though sources say they prefer Bellinger between the two. One name you can likely cross off the list: Fernando Tatis Jr. Despite some rumblings this week about a potential trade that could send Tatis to the Yankees, sources say it’s highly unlikely that such a scenario will take place.
New York isn’t believed to be in the market for a top starting pitcher, though the Yankees are surely seeking more bullpen help with Williams and Weaver in free agency. Brad Keller is a name to watch, as he could potentially help fill a rotation spot until Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodón return from injury, then shift into a bullpen/swing man role.
First Edwin Díaz, now Pete Alonso: Where do Mets go from here?
New York Mets President of Baseball Operations David Stearns will have to pivot after letting several players leave in free agency. George Walker IV / AP Images
By Will Sammon
Dec. 10, 2025Updated 7:27 pm EST
ORLANDO, Fla. — New York Mets officials keep pointing to the calendar, accurately noting that two months remain until the start of spring training.
Plenty of time? Maybe. Either way, they sound confident that before that point, they’ll feature a competitive roster.
Yes, despite losing closer Edwin Díaz (Los Angeles Dodgers) and first baseman Pete Alonso (Baltimore Orioles) to free agency in consecutive days.
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Give owner Steve Cohen, president of baseball operations David Stearns and the rest of the Mets front office this much: They are disciplined in their process.
How else do you explain letting franchise stalwarts and All-Star players such as Díaz and Alonso walk? In the case of Díaz, their offer was beaten. As for Alonso, they barely bothered to play.
Both cases tell a similar story, though.
The Mets evaluated their core from the past few years and found it wanting. In 2024, their group earned the runway for another chance because of a magical second half. After 2025, the Mets’ front office decided the magic ran out.
The Mets neglected to make Pete Alonso an offer once the range went beyond their comfort zone.Ishika Samant / Getty Images
For Díaz and Alonso, the Mets operated with discipline. With Díaz, the Mets’ latest offer wasn’t more than what the Dodgers ended up giving him. With Alonso, they neglected to make an offer once the range went beyond their comfort zone.
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It sounds like a disciplined approach will continue.
The way the Mets view it, they have two superstar players in Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor, plus an impressive farm system brimming with pitchers. They plan to complement Soto and Lindor with good players. The question remains how, and how good will those players be?
The bigger-name free agent position players, such as Kyle Tucker and Cody Bellinger, may emerge as targets at some point; ditto some of the bigger-name free agent pitchers. The guess is that the Mets are going to wait things out, be opportunistic and try to cash in if a premium player’s market is falling short of projection.
Again, discipline.
In previous free-agent classes, the Mets have taken selective shots and gone all-in on a player or two. Last year, it was Soto. Perhaps this year’s group does not contain such a player to their liking. Perhaps they don’t want to get stuck with a long contract that ages poorly and becomes difficult to move.
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In the meantime, expect them to pursue different trade paths.
The Mets need to decide how to best leverage their farm system. Which players do they allow space for in the major leagues? Which ones do they trade? The plan from here is likely to include some combination.
In particular, need-for-need trades involving major-league players are appealing to the Mets, league sources said.
Such an approach may or may not lead to headliners. For example, the Mets hold some interest in St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Lars Nootbaar, league sources said. More speculatively, San Diego Padres outfielder Ramón Laureano would present another match. Those are just a couple of names out of many possibilities.
It’s too early to run down many others; league sources described the Winter Meetings as slow for the Mets, at least on the acquisition side.
It’s a similar situation for the bullpen. The Mets hold interest in free agent reliever Tyler Rogers and continued to check in on free agent Robert Suarez, among others, league sources said. Price matters.
If this is the Mets’ approach, it comes with risks. Rival evaluators say Stearns is good at reading and reacting to markets. He demonstrated as much at the trade deadline, making deals that the industry lauded for relievers Rogers, Gregory Soto and Ryan Helsley, plus outfielder Cedric Mullins. It still backfired.
Yet the style continues. Following such a process requires allowing star players to walk. Not overreacting requires guts and conviction. Time will tell if it leads to success.
Orioles to sign Pete Alonso after missing on slugger Kyle Schwarber: Sources
Pete Alonso became the Mets' all-time leader in home runs during his seventh season in Queens. Dustin Satloff / Getty Images
By Tim Britton and Ken Rosenthal
Dec. 10, 2025Updated 1:22 pm EST
The Baltimore Orioles emerged as winners in the sweepstakes for slugging first baseman Pete Alonso, who on Wednesday agreed to a five-year, $155 million deal pending a physical, sources confirmed to The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal.
The Orioles on Tuesday missed on signing Kyle Schwarber, who returned to the Philadelphia Phillies on a five-year, $150 million contract that the Orioles also offered the slugger.
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The signing gave the Orioles a slugger that they have long coveted, while also taking a target off the board for their rivals in the AL East, the Boston Red Sox. Alonso’s departure also stands as the latest domino to fall in a transformational offseason for the New York Mets, who have lost several mainstays in their clubhouse.
Alonso, who ranked seventh on The Athletic’s Big Board, was projected for a five-year, $140 million contract.
Alonso had returned to the open market after finding a lukewarm reception last year. Off two subpar seasons in 2023 and 2024, he signed just a two-year, $54 million deal with the Mets that paid him $30 million in the 2025 season and permitted an opt-out, always likely to be exercised, to hit free agency again this winter.
Alonso’s bet on himself paid off with a rejuvenated offensive season. His .871 OPS was his best since his rookie season in 2019, and his .272 batting average was the best of his career.
The Mets’ all-time leader in home runs, Alonso has been one of the game’s preeminent power hitters since his 2019 debut. He set a rookie record with 53 home runs that season, and his 264 homers over the last seven years trail only Aaron Judge (285) and Schwarber (268).
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Alonso, who will play 2026 at 31 years old, has hit at least 34 home runs in each 162-game season of his career; he hit 16 but was on pace for 43 in the pandemic-shortened 2020 season.
He’s not just a home run hitter, however. His 41 doubles in 2025 led the National League, and he’s piled up RBIs year after year by saving some of his best work for situations with runners in scoring position. His career OPS in that spot is .933; he hit .309/.401/.634 with runners in scoring position in 2025.
Since 2019, Alonso’s adjusted-OPS+ of 135 is tied with Ketel Marte for 16th in baseball, just barely behind Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Mookie Betts.
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Alonso has also proven remarkably durable over the course of his career. Since he debuted, nobody has played in as many games as his 1,008 out of a possible 1,032 — 97.7 percent.
Never a particular strength, Alonso’s defense at first base regressed in 2025, as he struggled with throws to the bag. (An errant one in June led to a leg injury for Kodai Senga.) While he’s played just 60 of his career games at DH, he has suggested he’s open to more time there.
The Dodgers have the best minor league system in the major leagues, by far. They are LOADED!! This can actually be good for both teams since the Tigers can rightfully demand the moon, the sun, and the stars and load up on a bunch of those blue-chippers in that system. The Tigers are already strong. A move like this can actually be a long-term franchise changer for them. It brings to mind the Herschel Walker trade that made the Dallas Cowboys a dynasty. And as someone who truly hates the Tigers, this is a scary thought.
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