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Mets’ Mark Vientos, Brett Baty taking reps at first base amid Pete Alonso’s prolonged free agency
Mendoza mentioned Jared Young and Joey Meneses — both of whom the Mets signed to minor-league contracts this offseason — as options at first base. Young, 29, is on the 40-man roster but boasts only 62 career MLB at-bats. Meneses, 32, is a .231 hitter in 1,114 MLB at-bats.
Mets projected lineup without Pete Alonso moves breakout star to first base
The New York Mets may already have their Pete Alonso replacement in case he leaves. One of their breakout starts from 2024 could step in and play first base.
Mets notes: What would their lineup look like without Pete Alonso?
So, beyond revealing an exhaustion from negotiating with Alonso’s camp, Cohen’s comments confirmed a couple of other matters. One, in a world without Alonso returning to Flushing, the Mets may add more pieces. Two, the Mets are at least acting like they care about how much they spend.
Mets told Mark Vientos, Brett Baty to work out at first base in telling Pete Alonso sign
Both players still remain viable at third base, but that they were advised to begin a routine that included first base is an indicator of how the Mets plan to proceed.
Pete Alonso Plan B: Mets prepping internal options at first base if slugger signs elsewhere
The New York Mets may be preparing for life without longtime first baseman and current free agent Pete Alonso. The Mets held their annual fan fest on Saturday, during which third baseman Brett Baty confirmed a New York Post report that stated he was asked to begin working out at first base ahead of spring training.
MLB Rumors: NY Mets reportedly receive bittersweet update on Pete Alonso’s future
The Pete Alonso saga continues this MLB offseason, with the New York Mets seemingly closing in on re-signing the All-Star slugger. However, there’s a bittersweet twist to this development. There are still plenty of players available in MLB free agency this offseason.
Pete Alonso rumors: Mets' young infielders offer clues to his future (and theirs, too)
Most of the team’s roster was on hand to participate in Amazin’ Day. Among those available were young infielders Brett Baty ...
MLB Insider: Mets' Contract Offer That Pete Alonso Rejected Revealed amid Jays Rumors
As Pete Alonso continues his wait to find a home for the 2025 season and beyond, the New York Mets may find themselves ...
Mets owner Steve Cohen gets 'brutally honest' about Pete Alonso negotiation
Mets owner Steve Cohen got real on the failed negotiation talks with free agent !B and former Met Pete Alonso.
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Vientos, Baty ready to play first base ... just in case
The Mets' Pete Alonso contingency plans are clearly in motion, revolving around the familiar faces of Mark Vientos and Brett ...
Mark Vientos, Brett Baty adjusting to new reality that could shift them to first base
If the Mets are truly going to move on from Pete Alonso, it may have ramifications for Mark Vientos and Brett Baty. The pair ...
Steve Cohen, Mets looking at Mark Vientos and Brett Baty as first-base options
Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns said, "We also feel really good about the young players that are coming ...
MLB rumors: Possible favorite for Max Scherzer emerges, Mets already back in contact with Pete Alonso
The Blue Jays "appear to be the most serious about signing" veteran right-hander Max Scherzer, according to MLB.com. Scherzer ...
Mets Predicted To Trade 25-Year-Old Star Infielder To Hated Division Rival
The New York Mets were recently predicted to make a blockbuster trade that would send a star to the Washington Nationals.