It was time for the New York Mets to bring people into the building as opposed to wave them goodbye. After Pete Alonso left the team, the franchise needed a new presence on first base, and a $40 million deal just brought it.

According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, infielder Jorge Polanco agreed on a two-year, $40 million deal. Passan reported he is expected to play first base and designated hitter for the Mets.

Polanco, who was an All-Star in 2019, can play second and third base too if needed. This brings some versatility on the diamond for the Mets. This is the first move the team has done after Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz’s departures and also, the Brandon Nimmo trade.

Polanco is a veteran presence but more needs to be done

While Polanco had an All-Star appearance in 2019, he hasn’t been ab

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