Pete Alonso might be headed to a colder, but suddenly more ambitious, corner of the Northeast.
The Boston Red Sox, newly flush with payroll flexibility and postseason frustrations, are reportedly eyeing the five-time All-Star slugger in free agency. That’s according to reports, which think that Boston could be one of the biggest players in this winter’s market after clearing nearly $250 million off the books by dealing away Rafael Devers back in June. And with Alonso officially hitting the open market after the 2025 season, a dramatic exit from Queens could be quietly taking shape.
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Alonso, who led the majors in home runs back in 2019 and has consistently delivered power from the right side, turns 31 in December. He’s spent all seven of his big-league seasons with the Mets, anchoring the middle of the lineup through highs and (increasingly) lows. After a turbulent 2025 campaign in which the Mets collapsed in the final two months and missed the playoffs—again—the organization faces a reckoning, and Alonso may be ready to move on.
Interestingly, Alonso nearly departed New York last offseason before ultimately staying put. This time around, the writing may be on the wall, and the Red Sox have emerged as a legitimate landing spot. They’re not alone; other clubs are reportedly circling, but Boston brings a unique combination of cap space, postseason potential, and an obvious vacancy in the middle of the order.
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The Red Sox, coming off an 89-win season capped by a swift Wild Card exit at the hands of their rivals in pinstripes, are acting with clear purpose. They’ve already made a splash this offseason by acquiring a former Cy Young finalist, signaling a shift toward immediate contention. Alonso would represent more than just a power bat, he would symbolize a bolder, more aggressive identity in Boston’s rebuild.
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While nothing is set in stone, the potential match is hard to ignore. A proven home run threat. A historic franchise with money to spend. A shared disdain for New York mediocrity. The fit? Intriguing. The timing? Perfect.
The Red Sox are swinging big this winter. Pete Alonso might be next on the list.
