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The conversation began with a deep dive into the situation surrounding New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonzo. Passan suggested that the claims about Alonzo’s contract negotiations with the Mets might just be a case of saber rattling. While Alonzo's value to the Mets cannot be overstated—especially for lineup protection against players like Juan Soto—the negotiations highlight a broader problem in the Mets' approach to team construction.