The MLB Winter Meetings in Orlando have put Pete Alonso back in the center of attention. The slugger, who lives in Tampa, is expected to meet with several teams — including the Baltimore Orioles and Boston Red Sox — as he explores his free-agent options.

Even though the New York Mets didn’t travel to the meetings, team president David Stearns made it clear that they still want Alonso. “I think Pete knows us really well, and I think we know Pete really well,” he said, according to MLB.com, showing that the Mets plan to stay in the mix for a reunion.

Stearn also added, “I think he’ll take the time here to perhaps meet with organizations he doesn’t know quite as well, and I’m sure we’ll be in touch,” highlighting ongoing Mets interest.

At the same time, the team is keeping an eye on backup

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