The likelihood of the New York Mets re-signing Pete Alonso diminishes with each passing day without a deal. Alonso and the Mets remain far apart in their contract negotiations, creating an opening for other teams to make a move. The San Francisco Giants have already expressed interest in the 2019 Rookie of the Year, but could the San Diego Padres also join the pursuit?
Padres general manager A.J. Preller is known for his aggressive approach to building a contender, unafraid to spend big when necessary. With Jurickson Profar and Ha-Seong Kim entering free agency, the Padres might prioritize signing a top-tier first baseman like Alonso over addressing needs in the outfield or infield.
A deal with Alonso is a realistic possibility for San Diego, especially since they have yet to ink a Major League free agent this offseason. Following their narrow loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLDS, Preller is eager to revamp the lineup. Adding Alonso, who boasts an average of 3.3 WAR per season, could push the Padres closer to the top of the National League West.
Few teams can afford to offer Alonso the lucrative contract he seeks, but the Padres are among them. If he joins San Diego, their lineup could look formidable, potentially featuring:
- Luis Arraez
- Fernando Tatis Jr.
- Pete Alonso
- Manny Machado
- Jackson Merrill
Such a lineup, combining power and on-base skills, would be a nightmare for opposing pitchers and solidify the Padres as strong contenders for the upcoming season.
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