Red Sox Eyeing Pete Alonso as Future First Baseman
July 6, 2025 | By Conor Roche
As the Boston Red Sox continue to grapple with the absence of a full-time first baseman following Triston Casas’s injury, all eyes are on New York Mets star Pete Alonso as a potential acquisition during the upcoming offseason. With Alonso set to hit free agency, insiders believe the Red Sox could be a strong contender for his signature. Despite the Mets’ ongoing bid for a playoff spot, the financial dynamics within the organization may open doors for a deal.
Alonso, a formidable power hitter since his rookie year in 2019, boasts a .290 average and a .929 OPS this season and is on pace for 30 home runs—an impressive feat for the Red Sox, who haven’t seen a player crack 30 since J.D. Martinez in 2019. His familiarity with Boston, given his wife’s local ties, adds an appealing layer for both player and franchise.
While interim replacements like Abraham Toro and Romy Gonzalez have managed adequately, the Red Sox are exploring both short-term alternatives and long-term solutions. Alonso might provide the powerful bat and stability at first base that Boston seeks, strengthening their roster for the future.
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