Pete Alonso‘s signing with the Baltimore Orioles sent ripples through the MLB community, leaving many surprised. Both New York Mets fans and analysts expected him to return to the Mets, especially after the team made a similar offer than the Phillies’ for Kyle Schwarber.

With Alonso now confirmed as part of the Orioles, the Mets are reportedly shifting their focus to other players this offseason, including a notable player from the St. Louis Cardinals. MLB insider John Denton reports that the Mets have inquired about first baseman Wilson Contreras.

Denton noted on MLB.com, “The Cardinals have received numerous calls regarding Brendan Donovan and JoJo Romero, and were approached by the Mets with interest in Wilson Contreras after first baseman Pete Alonso moved to the Orioles in free agen

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