A protracted free agency kept Alonso’s Mets future in limbo this past offseason. But he eventually signed a two-year, $54 million contract — with an opt-out after 2024 — shortly before spring training to remain in Queens. So far, it has paid dividends for both Alonso and the Mets, as he’s in the midst of a career year.

Pete Alonso is having a career season, marking a remarkable turnaround from a frustrating 2023. Last season, he failed often in clutch spots, swinging for the fences. This year, he is displaying significant plate discipline.