The New York Mets sign Jorge Polanco after Pete Alonso's exit, setting up season-long comparisons under David Stearns’ 2026 plan.

The New York Mets and Pete Alonso officially parted ways on Thursday, and the first baseman penned an emotional goodbye.

Pete Alonso’s days in New York are over, and his other half is now looking back at what was a memorable — and historic — ride.

Pete Alonso sent a farewell message to New York Mets fans after the power-hitting first baseman signed a five-year, $155 million contract in free agency with the Baltimore Orioles.

The Mets held some interest in bringing Alonso back but were uncomfortable with matching the lengths of what he got.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/mlb/mets/onsi as Mets legend 'speechless' about New York's offseason so far. With the Winter Meetings now wrapped up, it's safe to say that the New York Mets ' offseason so far has been defined more by what has been lost than what has been gained.

The New York Mets could lose Pete Alonso this winter as he looks to start meeting with other teams at the winter meetings.

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