Chants of "We want Pete" echoed through Citi Field as Mets fans expressed their desire for Pete Alonso while team owner Steve Cohen addressed the free-agent negotiations. Cohen voiced frustration over the negotiations with Alonso's camp, indicating that they have become exhausting and highly asymmetrical against the Mets. He mentioned the team's significant offer and shared his dissatisfaction with the structures presented by Alonso's agent, Scott Boras. Alonso, coming off a season of career lows with 34 homers and 88 RBIs, remains at an impasse with the team he has played for his entire career.

The Mets, looking to enhance their roster, have made moves this offseason, including signing outfielder Jesse Winker and superstar Juan Soto to record-setting contracts. Cohen stated that as the team brings in new players, fitting Alonso into their expensive structure becomes increasingly challenging. Despite this, he remains open to possibilities but acknowledges the current difficulty in negotiations.