Two teams have put themselves in front of the line: the Boston Red Sox and the Baltimore Orioles. Alonso is scheduled to sit down with both this week in Orlando, meetings that at least clarify who’s serious about adding a middle-of-the-order threat. What remains unclear is whether the Mets will carve out their own time with him.

The Mets are reportedly interested in trades for Milwaukee's Freddy Peralta and Trevor Megill, which could allow David Stearns to fill two needs in one deal.