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Explore Other Options: Alonso could leave for another team, but this possibility diminishes as the list of potential suitors seems to have dwindled, with many clubs already filled in the first base or designated hitter positions.
Short-Term Deal: Another scenario involves Alonso possibly signing a one-year deal at an elevated salary, which would afford him a chance to showcase his value before re-entering the market.
Creative Contracting: With the current trend towards deferrals, there might be an opportunity for the Mets to construct a longer deal for Alonso but at a low upfront cost that would fit within their budget constraints.