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During the 2023 MLB season, Pete Alonso played every single game and earned an All-Star selection, reinforcing his status as a valuable player. However, confounding many observers is the fact that statistically, 2023 marked the least impressive year of his career. With an OPS of .788, it was the first time he finished below an .800 OPS in a full season, and although 34 home runs are impressive, they represent his lowest output in a non-injury season. These numbers raise questions about whether fans are witnessing the beginning of a decline in Alonso's performance.