Negotiations between free-agent slugger Pete Alonso and the Toronto Blue Jays are "advancing," according to SNY's Andy Martino. Martino noted that

The New York Mets could see their contractual battle with Pete Alonso conclude in short order following recent developments in his free agency search.

The Blue Jays have whiffed on many top free agents such as Shohei Ohtani, Roki Sasaki and Corbin Burnes. They finally cashed in when they lured Santander to town. Getting Alonso to sign on the dotted line would prove that Toronto is serious about competing in 2025.

The New York Mets are still interested in a reunion with Pete Alonso, but there appears to be another team in the mix, according to former GM Jim Duquette.

During a Tuesday appearance on the SNY "Mets Hot Stove" program, MLB Network analyst Jim Duquette indicated that the Blue Jays are no longer a realistic option for Alonso unless he decides he doesn't want to return to the New York Mets this winter.

As the Pete Alonso saga continues, it's becoming increasingly likely that he will not return to the New York Mets. The slugger had rejected New York's counter o

The New York Mets may still find a way to reunite with first baseman Pete Alonso. But what if 2024 really was the end? Last week, the Mets began their pivot away from Alonso by signing free-agent outfielder Jesse Winker,