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Mets sportscaster Evan Roberts, in a recent edition of the Rico Brona podcast, delved into the pros and cons of potentially signing Santander as a replacement for Alonzo. The All-Star switch-hitter put up impressive stats, hitting 44 home runs in 2024, significantly outpacing Alonzo's 34 home runs during the regular season. This puts Santander on the radar as a player who can provide similar offensive output if the Mets decide against retaining Alonzo.

Roberts acknowledged the potential benefits of Santander’s bat. He noted that while Alonzo serves as a consistent presence at first base, the Mets might find a way to replace his offensive contributions through players at other positions. The primary question, however, remains: Can Santander genuinely replicate Alonzo's power?