Pete Alonso Rumors: Reds ‘May Consider’ Contract in MLB FA amid Mets, Blue Jays Buzz

The Cincinnati Reds “may consider” pursuing slugger Pete Alonso in free agency, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post.

Heyman noted that the Reds could allow Alonso to re-establish his value on a contract that would contain “early opt-outs.”

SNY’s Andy Martino reported Tuesday that the Toronto Blue Jays have also been “confirmed to have had talks” with the first baseman, while Heyman revealed that New York Mets owner Steve Cohen has been in contact with Alonso’s camp.

The Los Angeles Angels and San Francisco Giants are also among the teams to “check in” on Alonso, per Heyman.

Despite rumors surrounding a reunion with the Mets, Cohen didn’t appear to be optimistic regarding a return when discussing negotiations with fans at New York’s fanfest event on Saturday.

“I don’t like the structures that are being presented back to us,” Cohen said. “I think it’s highly asymmetric against us. I feel strongly about it. I will never say ‘no,’ there’s always a possibility, but the reality is we’re moving forward and we continue to bring in players.”

The four-time All-Star hit just .232 with runners in scoring position and registered a career-low .788 OPS during the 2024 season, but he was still able to record 34 home runs and 31 doubles.

Alonso was much more effective during New York’s National League Championship Series run, hitting four home runs and 10 RBIs during the postseason to go along with a .273/.431/.568 slash line.

Cincinnati has increased its free-agency activity as of late, signing outfielder Austin Hays to a one-year, $5 million contract on Tuesday. The Reds also acquired reliever Taylor Rogers in a trade with the Giants on Wednesday.

If they’re looking to make a larger splash and attempt to return to the postseason for the first time since 2020, they could pursue Alonso.