{"id":109987,"date":"2025-10-12T07:26:21","date_gmt":"2025-10-12T07:26:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new365.azontree.com\/?p=109987"},"modified":"2025-10-12T07:26:21","modified_gmt":"2025-10-12T07:26:21","slug":"queens-showdown-if-contracts-were-equal-would-the-mets-choose-pete-alonso-or-cody-bellinger-this-offseason-both-stars-plan-to-opt-out-each-with-a-monster-season-under-their-belt-front-office-face","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new365.azontree.com\/?p=109987","title":{"rendered":"QUEENS SHOWDOWN: If Contracts Were Equal, Would the Mets Choose Pete Alonso or Cody Bellinger This Offseason? Both Stars Plan to Opt Out, Each With a Monster Season Under Their Belt, Front Office Faces a High-Stakes Decision That Could Define the Team, And Fans Can\u2019t Stop Debating Which Superstar to Chase\u2026ll"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"124\" data-end=\"423\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/scontent.fdad1-3.fna.fbcdn.net\/v\/t39.30808-6\/558654158_1419980922823945_5088427175759366451_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s640x640_tt6&amp;_nc_cat=111&amp;ccb=1-7&amp;_nc_sid=127cfc&amp;_nc_ohc=hlLZKAZ9-OYQ7kNvwEtEF_g&amp;_nc_oc=AdmyRzVO11Jyl_zwKgNUC51uPQGQ2S923_5Pxw_Zq9VN-24m84cCGdLorn2iGViMAVM&amp;_nc_zt=23&amp;_nc_ht=scontent.fdad1-3.fna&amp;_nc_gid=MtLf2JZDgJNh_c8F10Nruw&amp;oh=00_AfeGlNyEb8HPEykSXj06xC0jKX1Hzz-KM-gocWehYz-LdA&amp;oe=68F119DA\" alt=\"C\u00f3 th\u1ec3 l\u00e0 h\u00ecnh \u1ea3nh v\u1ec1 v\u0103n b\u1ea3n cho bi\u1ebft 'SNY N \u1209+ Mets 20 PETE ALONSO CODY BELLINGER WHO WOULD YOU RATHER SIGN?'\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"124\" data-end=\"423\">As the 2025 offseason approaches, the New York Mets face a key decision: if contract offers were similar, would they prefer to sign Pete Alonso or Cody Bellinger? Both sluggers plan to opt out of their current deals and enter the free-agent market, and each brings a unique skill set to the table.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"425\" data-end=\"465\">Pete Alonso: Power and Consistency<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"825\">Alonso has long been a cornerstone for the Mets, delivering elite offensive production from first base. In 2025, he continued to impress, hitting 38 home runs with 126 RBIs and maintaining a .272 batting average. Beyond his raw power, Alonso\u2019s durability stands out, having played full seasons consecutively, providing stability at the heart of the lineup.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"827\" data-end=\"879\">Cody Bellinger: Versatility and Run Production<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"1298\">Cody Bellinger, meanwhile, has shown remarkable versatility with the Yankees, covering left field, center field, right field, and even first base when needed. In 2025, Bellinger drove in nearly 100 runs, maintaining a high offensive output while providing the flexibility to shift around the field. His ability to play multiple positions could help the Mets adjust their lineup to optimize both defense and offense.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1326\">Weighing the Options<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1708\">The choice between Alonso and Bellinger comes down to team needs. Alonso offers a proven power bat anchored at first base, which aligns with the Mets\u2019 traditional strategy of building around a cornerstone slugger. Bellinger, on the other hand, provides positional flexibility and consistent run production across multiple spots in the field, giving the team more lineup options.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1710\" data-end=\"2019\">Financially, if the contracts are similar, Alonso may appeal due to his familiarity with the Mets\u2019 system and fan base, while Bellinger\u2019s adaptability could offer long-term strategic advantages, especially if the Mets are considering roster shifts like moving Juan Soto or dealing with potential departures.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2021\" data-end=\"2038\">The Verdict<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2040\" data-end=\"2342\">Ultimately, the decision will hinge on what the Mets value more: a power-hitting anchor at first base in Alonso, or a multi-position, high-run producer in Bellinger. Both players can transform the lineup, but the team\u2019s offseason moves and long-term vision will likely determine which path they take.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As the 2025 offseason approaches, the New York Mets face a key decision: if contract offers were similar, would they prefer to sign Pete Alonso or Cody&#8230; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":109988,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-109987","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-mlb"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v23.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>QUEENS SHOWDOWN: If Contracts Were Equal, Would the Mets Choose Pete Alonso or Cody Bellinger This Offseason? 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