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The New York Mets are looking like serious contenders in the National League. However, they will face a big decision this offseason.
Paul Skenes pitched like the ace he is against the New York Mets' star-studded lineup on Monday, allowing just one run on six hits with six strikeouts in six innings. However, the Pittsburgh Pirates' bullpen and offense came up short in the 4-3 loss.
With the Mets trailing 2-1 in the bottom of the seventh inning, Acuña followed center fielder Tyrone Taylor, who was in scoring position after being hit by a pitch and then stealing second. Acuña slapped an outside slurve, bouncing it past the pitcher and pulling the first baseman into the infield.
The New York Mets signed Pete Alonso to a two-year, $54 million deal last offseason. However, his deal includes a player option for 2026.
New York Mets star first baseman Pete Alonso was brutally honest about whether he felt ill will towards the team’s front office. The four-time All-Star could not reach a long-term extension with the franchise,
The New York Mets are shelling out top dollar in 2025 (see their $324-million payroll), and as it is now, they're receiving the desired ROI. To sweeten the pie, the Mets are fresh off a thrilling Mother's Day victory over the Chicago Cubs—another perennial contender in the Senior Circuit.