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The implications of this deal are particularly interesting. By agreeing to a shorter contract, Alonso retains the opportunity to reenter the market sooner. Boras appeared to promise him that this decision would pay off, citing past successes with players such as Aroldis Chapman and Blake Snell. However, Alonso’s reasoning started to weigh heavier than Boras's assurances, as he considered the potential of a strong performance to lead to even greater financial rewards down the line.