Pete Alonso's name keeps on getting circulated in trade rumors, but Mets president of baseball operations again threw cold water on any of that speculation by affirming that Alonso is expected to be the Opening Day first baseman.
Stearns has also met with Alonso's new agent, Scott Boras, who has let it be known that they are open to talking contract extension.
Host Ryan Finkelstein breaks down why Alonso is going to stay put this offseason and how a contract could come together, but doesn't have to for him to stay long-term.

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