<p>Pete Alonso opted out of his contract after last <a href="https://www.sportscasting.com/mlb/">MLB</a> season, and he’ll be drawing the attention of teams across the league. He enters the market as one of baseball’s premier power hitters, a durable middle-of-the-order force capable of transforming a lineup.</p>
<h2>Will Pete Alonso Find A New Home This MLB Offseason?</h2>
<p>Which teams will be the ones lining up to make offers to the soon-to-be 31-year-old? We take a look at three of the most likely destinations for Alonso:</p>
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<h4>New York Mets</h4>
<p>Will Alonso simply stay put and remain with the only MLB team that he’s ever known? He is and has been one of the team’s most important core hitters, and isn’t just a powerful bat. He’s a homegrown slugger and fan favorite, deeply tied to the franchise identity. His durability is a huge asset for the team. In 2025, he played all 162 games, showed strong run production, and posted one of his better statistical seasons.</p>
<p>There’s also a clear mutual interest in a long-term deal. Mets president <strong>David Stearns</strong> has openly said they “care a lot about him,” calling him a “really good Met” who means a lot to the community. Alonso himself has expressed that staying in New York “would be really special.” Beyond on-field value, he’s part of the Mets’ brand. He is a familiar, charismatic player who resonates with fans and helps define the team.</p>
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<h4>Seattle Mariners</h4>
<p>For a Mariners squad that has been building around elite young talent and has strong pitching, adding a proven slugger to anchor the lineup could keep them in World Series contention. Because of that, several analysts already list Seattle as one of Alonso’s top potential landing spots.</p>
<p>Alonso’s willingness to play some DH in 2026 makes him even more attractive to Seattle. His agent has indicated Alonso would accept DH time, particularly if joining a competitive team.</p>
<p>There’s certainly a roster opening in Seattle for middle-of-the-lineup production. Both of the players that manned the corners of the infield, <strong>Josh Naylor</strong> and Eugenio Suárez, are free agents and may not be back in the fold for 2026 and beyond. Alonso could provide a powerful and relatively plug-and-play solution, and form a powerful slugging duo along with Cal Raleigh.</p>
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<h4>Tampa Bay Rays</h4>
<p>Pete Alonso was born and raised in the Tampa area. Would his hometown team be interested in bringing him in as a free agent signing? The team has a new ownership group, and they could look to make a splash by acquiring one of the top available names this winter.</p>
<p>Financially and strategically, there’s a potential fit. The Rays’ current first baseman and DH, Yandy Díaz, has a $12 million club option for 2026. If the Rays were to pivot away from Díaz over time, Alonso could serve as a power swing option in either the DH spot or at first, depending on how the roster shakes out.</p>
<p>While Tampa Bay has strong pieces and good contact hitters, their roster lacks a true, consistent middle-of-the-lineup slugger capable of launching 30+ home runs. Alonso, with his track record, could provide that thunder and take some pressure off other parts of the batting order.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.sportscasting.com/news/mlb-free-agency-2026-3-likely-destinations-for-pete-alonso/">MLB Free Agency 2026: 3 Likely Destinations For Pete Alonso</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.sportscasting.com">Sportscasting | Pure Sports</a>.</p>
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