Alonso, 30, has already surpassed his Fangraphs WAR (2.3 to 2.2) from last year, and he’s close to matching his Baseball Reference WAR (2.6 to 2.2). Last season, he hit .240 with a 123 OPS+, 34 home runs and 88 RBI.

Scott Boras' latest Pete Alonso praise won't be enough to sway the New York Mets to give the first baseman the mega-deal he seeks.

The New York Mets are shelling out top dollar in 2025 (see their $324-million payroll), and as it is now, they're receiving the desired ROI. To sweeten the pie, the Mets are fresh off a thrilling Mother's Day victory over the Chicago Cubs—another perennial contender in the Senior Circuit.