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The Blue Jays have been particularly aggressive in the offseason, having missed out on big-name signings in recent years. However, the focus on Guerrero indicates a prioritization that doesn’t favor Alonzo, further shrinking his market. With serious questions about whether teams like the San Francisco Giants would really want to invest in him—given their own draft pick losses—it becomes apparent that Alonzo has not generated the level of interest he might have hoped for.

This leads to the critical question: Why haven’t the Mets pushed harder to sign Alonzo? While there is an acknowledgment of his talent, both the franchise and fans recognize the financial risks of investing in an aging player. Alonzo's age and recent performance stats raise concerns about long-term commitments.