The New York Mets finished their 2025 collapse in dramatic fashion by losing the final game of the regular season. The Philadelphia Phillies were expecting a fight for the NL East this season but instead finished with a 13-game lead to capture their second consecutive division crown. The Mets need a substantial overhaul to compete, but they didn't expect Pete Alonso to be the first volunteer.
Mere minutes after the curtains were drawn on the Mets' season, their first baseman Alonso was asked about his future with the team, given his possible pending free agency after the completion of the 2025 season.
Mets' Pete Alonso can't wait to see what awaits him in free agency
At first, Alonso reflected on his time in Queens, showing appreciation of the fans and organization, per SNY.
“Playing for this organization, this city, they've continued to believe in me,” Alonso said. “I love playing here. There are some great guys in this clubhouse, some great people on the staff. Every single day, it's been a pleasure coming to work and putting on the orange and blue.
“I've really appreciated it and have been nothing but full of gratitude every single day. Nothing is guaranteed, but we'll see what happens — I've loved being a Met. Hopefully, they've appreciated me the same.”
Then Alonso was asked if he was expecting to opt out of his contract. Without hesitation, Alonso said yes. Last offseason, Alonso signed a two-year, $54 million deal with an opt-out option after the 2025 season.
Pete Alonso says he will opt out and become a free agent this offseason
— SNY Mets (@SNY_Mets) September 28, 2025
On his future with the Mets: "Playing for this organization, this city - they've continued to believe in me. I love playing here. There's some great guys in this clubhouse, some great people on the staff.… pic.twitter.com/Lpa32DEEno
Alonso needed no regrouping, no wanting to take time to assess the situation fresh off the collapse of the Mets' season. He just made his thoughts known and went on his way. Now, it leaves the Mets somewhat desperate even before free agency officially begins next month.
Every player is certainly entitled to opt out if it's built into the contract, but confirming it while the team is still in the clubhouse after the game is bizarre. Phillies fans can just amuse themselves with the situation.
Perhaps Alonso didn't want there to be any confusion leading up to the decision, but there's also the fact that it didn't seem like the organization exactly wanted him back after their NLCS appearance in 2024. Alonso's market was relatively non-existent last winter, allegedly involving secret offers just for the Mets before they cut him a deal in early February.
Phillies fans have enjoyed every minute of the Mets' rise and historic fall from grace. The team is confusing, identityless and now has players like Alonso trying to break free before the ink dries on the final scorecard. It was so bad that their owner Steve Cohen had to apologize. Now the Mets are sitting at home watching the postseason play out, while the Phillies are sitting back awaiting the start of the NLDS.