Part 5/7:
Analyzing Alonzo’s Alternatives
The discussion further explores what the Mets might do if they lose Alonzo. Internally, there are candidates like Brett Baty and Mark Vientos who could step up, but there remains uncertainty about their production relative to Alonzo’s. The notion of reallocating funds to acquire other players while letting go of Alonzo is debated extensively. Baseball’s lack of a salary cap complicates this rationale, as money spent on one roster spot doesn’t inherently negate investments in others.