"ESPN's Jeff Passan first reported that the Orioles and Alonso were finalizing a five-year $155 million contract on Wednesday afternoon (Dec. 10). It's five million more than the deal that the Orioles reportedly offered Schwarber, before he signed with the Phillies for the same length and term. BREAKING: First baseman Pete Alonso and the Baltimore Orioles are finalizing a five-year, $155 million contract, sources tell ESPN. Alonso leaves the Mets to make a loaded AL East even better.- Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) December 10, 2025"
"The Blue Jays pursued him heavily last offseason, and the Boston Red Sox were linked to him this offseason. The major surprise is the team that got him. The Orioles, who were 75-87 in 2025, and finished last in the AL East, were expected to at least try to get better this winter, but many expected them to be more aggressive on the pitching side."
"But about 24 hours later, the Blue Jays were put on high alert again, as the Orioles apparent back up plan was a player that is just as capable of putting the ball over the wall as Schwarber. Pete Alonso, is reportedly in agreement with the Orioles, giving the Blue Jays another major player they have to contend with in the always daunting AL East."
The Baltimore Orioles agreed to a five-year, $155 million contract with first baseman Pete Alonso, who is leaving the New York Mets. The deal was reportedly five million more than an offer made to Kyle Schwarber. Alonso provides a powerful middle-of-the-order bat and an everyday anchor for an Orioles lineup with several high-upside players. The Orioles finished 75-87 in 2025 and were expected to prioritize pitching upgrades, making the Alonso signing an unexpected focus on offense. The move should boost Baltimore's power production—tied for 11th in MLB with 191 home runs—and deepen AL East competition, particularly for the Toronto Blue Jays.
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