The New York Mets knew they were going to have a tough decision to make when it came to their all-time home run leader, but a deep playoffs run was supposed to ease this offseason predicament. Now, after failing to secure a National league Wild Card berth and suffering one of the more disappointing finishes to a campaign in recent MLB history, this club must navigate the free agency of Pete Alonso .

Steve Cohen can outbid any club to retain the five-time All-Star first baseman, but even the sport's richest owner will opt to make financial sacrifices when he deems necessary. Ergo, Mets players are already prepared for the possibility of Alonso signing elsewhere this winter. Juan Soto is expressing both appreciation and awareness when discussing the Polar Bear's situation, a balanced

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