As the Mets confront an offseason filled with uncertainty after a disappointing season, they face crucial decisions regarding first baseman Pete Alonso and closer Edwin Diaz, both expected to decline their player options and enter free agency. While retaining either player is plausible given the team’s financial power, concerns about Alonso’s defensive limitations and Diaz’s injury history may influence management’s strategy, particularly under new president David Stearns, who typically favors shorter contracts for relievers.
