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In the event Alonzo departs, the Mets have already begun drafting plans for their 2024 season lineup. With Mark Vientos likely to take over first base duties, and a combination of players including Brett Baty, Luis Hernández, or Ronnie Mauricio pegged for third base, the Mets are banking on the youth movement to invigorate their roster. However, Ficklestein pointed out that this strategy hinges on several "ifs"—if these younger players can deliver, if Winker has a solid bounce-back year, and if Starling Marte can maintain effective production.