Pete Alonso has signed a $54 million contract with the Mets for two years that includes an opt-out after this season, which has heightened his motivation to perform well. Alonso aims to regain his elite production levels after a dip last season, where he hit 34 homers and had a .788 OPS, both career lows. Team president David Stearns emphasized Alonso's desire to contribute significantly towards the team's goal of winning the World Series. The presence of Juan Soto in the lineup may also positively impact Alonso's performance.
Alonso expressed to us he wants to win a World Series as a Met. He knows a big part of our ability to do that is him producing.
We're in a spot where we feel like we've got a really good team. We're trying to win as many games as possible.
Cohen called the negotiations exhausting, showcasing the importance of keeping Alonso on the team for their championship aspirations.
Alonso's performance last season was noted as not reaching the elite standards he set earlier in his career.
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