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*PREDICTION*

As veteran infielder Pete Alonso continues his free agency tour, there seems to be a strong sentiment around the league that he may not return to the New York Mets. Unlike last offseason, both sides don’t seem as intent about him coming back, and this would then open the door for another team to swoop in to sign him.

Alonso is one of the better hitters available on the open market, and he could be a massive pickup for any team. The veteran has been one of the more feared hitters in baseball over the past few years, especially due to his pure power at the plate.

For the second straight year, Alonso played in all 162 games, hitting .272 with 38 home runs and 126 runs batted in. Alonso has shown no signs of slowing down, which could help net him a large deal in free agency this winter.

His market could be patient to see where some of the other stars land, but there are multiple teams interested in his services. The veteran has game-changing abilities, and he could transform a team into a true title contender.

All in all, Alonso is one of the stronger players for teams to sign this winter, and this could see a small bidding war take place to land him. But for now, it remains to be seen where he will land, especially since a return to the Mets can’t fully be counted out.

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Pete Alonso Signs With Arizona Diamondbacks

One sleeper team that could make a run at Alonso this offseason if New York doesn’t retain him is the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Diamondbacks haven’t been shy about spending in recent years, and Alonso could help fully round out the roster.

While the Diamondbacks do need more pitching help, the team also can’t avoid looking into adding another bat to the mix. Arizona has been a strong offensive team over the years, mixing a high batting average with power and speed.

This team has been opportunistic over the years, and adding someone like Alonso could be a solid move. Putting his power bat into the lineup could give this team another level to unlock, and potentially help them get back to the postseason.

Having Alonso, Christian Walker, Corbin Caroll, and potentially Ketel Marte (if he isn’t traded) could give Arizona a better chance to be competitive in the tough National League West. Arizona could then add a few pitchers to the mix, and this team may be able to get back to the postseason this season.

Overall, the Diamondbacks should at least check in on Alonso’s camp to see what it would take to land him. Arizona has the tools to be very successful, and they were in the World Series just a few seasons ago.