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In light of these developments, Pete Alonso is now exploring his options following a final contract offer from the Mets that ranged between $68 million and $70 million over three years—a deal that he did not accept. Rumors have surfaced that the Blue Jays are keeping a close eye on Alonso, with hopes of incorporating him into their lineup alongside Vladimir Guerrero Jr., who is also expected to hit free agency soon.
The Blue Jays face a critical juncture as they seek to balance their core players and potentially make a run for the postseason, intensifying the competition around Alonso's future.