Ahead of the start of the MLB season, New York Mets owner Steve Cohen said he doesn't expect to sign first baseman Pete Alonso before the end of the season.
Alonso, 29, is set to play out the final year of his contract in 2024, which features a salary of $20.5 million. Despite Alonso's looming free agency, Cohen said the best approach is to wait until after the season.
"We haven't had any discussion and I think at this point, for Pete, it's best for him to go and have a great year and not be distracted," Cohen said.