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Insights from former Mets GM Jim Duquette suggest that the current situation feels akin to a "staredown" between the two parties. With reports indicating that nobody else is vying for Alonso's services, Sterns is in a position where he must carefully consider his options. As Duquette put it, “I think Steve Cohen might have to eventually jump in on this one,” implying that, at some point, Cohen may need to intervene to finalize the negotiations.