The New York Mets and free-agent first baseman Pete Alonso reportedly remain far apart in contract negotiations.
According to SNY's Andy Martino, the two sides are "not close" to striking a deal to keep Alonso part of the only MLB organization he has ever played for.
Martino's report came on the heels of former Mets general manager and current MLB Network Radio analyst Jim Duquette reporting on talks between Alonso and the Mets.
Per Duquette, Alonso and his representation have made the Mets an exclusive three-year offer that includes opt-outs, but there is "no deal known to be close.