Free agent first baseman Pete Alonso remains unsigned as January hits its midway point, and the New York Mets are starting to explore other options at first base.
Four-time All-Star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is set to become an unrestricted free agent in 2026, opening the possibility that the Toronto Blue Jays will deal him if they cannot reach a long-term agreement. Guerrero recently avoided arbitration with a $28.5 million agreement for the 2025 season, and is prepared to negotiate a long-term deal until the start of spring training.
