The New York Mets just watched Pete Alonso walk to the Baltimore Orioles , and the fanbase felt that punch in a jiffy. A franchise pillar gone. A massive hole at first base. And a lineup that feels a little too quiet for comfort. So the search began fast, and the names came even faster.

But here’s where it gets interesting because the Mets are staring at one option that checks every box and then some. A player who gives them power, defense, and the kind of lineup flexibility that front offices dream about. MLB Network’s Jon Morosi reported on December 11 that Cody Bellinger might just be the perfect Pete Alonso replacement.

“I’m gonna try to bring some joy to the Mets fans tonight. And here’s how it goes: Cody Bellinger right now is a better fit than he was 48 hours ago for the Ne

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