Mets executive David Stearns on not re-signing Pete Alonso: `In this job, I don’t get mulligans’
President David Stearns plans to pursue internal and external first-base candidates following the team's .667 OPS at the position during their 74-88 season.
- On Monday, President of Baseball Operations David Stearns addressed the New York Mets' 74-88 season at Citi Field, defending the decision to let franchise home run leader Pete Alonso leave in free agency.
- Alonso signed a five-year, $155 million contract with the Baltimore Orioles last fall, leaving the Mets with poor first-base production that contributed to their worst record since 2017.
- Acknowledging first-base production "wasn't good enough," Stearns admitted to creating an "uncapped downside scenario" with roster construction. "In this job, I don't get mulligans," he said.
- Chants of "Fire Stearns!" rang out when Alonso returned to Citi Field this month, while the team finished last in the NL East for the first time in 23 years.
- Stearns declared rotation upgrades "necessary" and plans to address 2027 roster needs through a mix of internal and external additions, expressing optimism about the development of Brett Baty.
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NEW YORK (AP) — David Stearns does not have a second chance. He knows too well.
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The Hamilton SpectatorMets executive David Stearns on not re-signing Pete Alonso: `In this job, I don’t get mulligans’
NEW YORK (AP) — David Stearns doesn’t get a do-over. He knows that all too well. One day after the New York Mets finished last in the NL East for the first time in 23 years, the team’s president of baseball operations was asked a pointed question Monday. Knowing what he knows now, would he...
Mets executive David Stearns on not re-signing Pete Alonso: `In this j
Andy Green, right, responds to question during a news conference where he was introduced as the New York Mets new manager as President of Baseball Operations David Stearns, left, looks on before a baseball game against the Texas Rangers Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Stephen Hawkins)
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Mets executive David Stearns on Pete Alonso's exit: `In this job, I don't get mulligans'
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6 Key Takeaways From David Stearns' Media Availability: Starting Rotation, Prioritizing First Base, and More
David Stearns met the media at Citi Field to discuss the end of the New York Mets' 2026 season. He had a lot to say about what needs to change for the team heading into next season.
David Stearns talks plans to attack Mets’ 1st base problem after disastrous 2026
QUEENS, NY — New York Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns is keeping things fluid regarding his team’s situation at first base this winter after a spectacular failure at the position. That means both internal and external options will be on the table in hopes of rectifying the wrongs he made last winter. With no...
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