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The Boston Red Sox opted not to sign free agent Pete Alonso for $155 million, a decision that appears wise given his slow start this season. Alonso, a five-time All-Star, had a strong previous season but raised concerns due to his age.
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The Boston Red Sox had a busy offseason, and while they did not sign all of the superstars they were linked to, some of the deals they passed on are looking like smart decisions.
One of the free agents the Red Sox were linked to in the offseason was Pete Alonso. The five-time All-Star was coming off one of his best seasons. He raised his average by 32 points from 2024 to 2025 while still hitting 35-plus home runs. The Red Sox reportedly made him an offer, but were wary of his age.
The offer the Red Sox made him was for fewer years and less money than the deal he signed with the Baltimore Orioles. Alonso earned a five-year, $155 million deal from the Orioles. Right now, it looks like the Red Sox were wise not to raise their offer and go after Alonso.
Alonso is hitting .218 with just eight home runs. The Red Sox had a clear need for a slugger at first base, especially with hurt. Instead of paying more than they thought Alonso was worth, they went and got .
The Red Sox were wary of Pete Alonso's age despite his strong performance last season.
Pete Alonso had a notable season, raising his batting average by 32 points and hitting over 35 home runs.
The Red Sox reportedly made an offer of $155 million to Pete Alonso during the offseason.
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Contreras has a better bWAR, batting average, on-base percentage, slugging percentage, OPS and OPS+. He has just as many home runs and RBIs while playing in four fewer games. He also costs less than Alonso would against their payroll.
Contreras has been one of the Red Sox's best players and he is under club control through 2028. The Red Sox may not be playing great right now, but at least they are not stuck with a contract they regret. Meanwhile, the Orioles have just a one-game lead on the Red Sox despite paying big for Alonso, and there is plenty of time for the Red Sox to turn things around.