The standoff between Pete Alonso and the New York Mets has evolved into a high-stakes game of negotiation, with the Mets steadfast in their approach and Alonso left confronting the consequences of a miscalculation.

As the MLB offseason continues, the Mets, led by owner Steve Cohen, appear to be pivoting, with free agent Pete Alonso likely not returning.

During an appearance on the “The Chris Rose Rotation” podcast Monday, the Richmond native purported that Billy Beane’s prized stat undervalues his breed — first basemen — and that the Mets front office should look past Pete Alonso’s career 3.8 average and at everything else he brings to the table.

After slugger Pete Alonso reportedly rejected a contract offer from the New York Mets that was a three-year deal in the $68 million to $70 million range (accord

New York reportedly offered Alonso a three-year contract worth $68-70 million. The offer was seen as a “last ditch effort,” by the Mets. Furthermore, when Alonso declined, the team began to sour on the hopes of his return, via Joel Sherman of the New York Post.

Pete Alonso remains unsigned and as spring training approaches, he may end up signing a less lucrative deal and try his luck in free agency again next. If that is the case, a surprise American League team could land him.

A Kansas City Royals player questions how the New York Mets evaluate top talent like Pete Alonso, sparking debate over MLB standards. Pete Alonso, the powerful first baseman of the New York Mets, has been a cornerstone of the franchise for six MLB seasons.

The New York Mets believe emerging third baseman Mark Vientos can slide across and take the spot once occupied by Pete Alonso, per the New York Post.