The New York Mets and free-agent first baseman Pete Alonso reportedly remain far apart in contract negotiations. According to SNY's Andy Martino, the

All indications are that contract negotiations between the New York Mets and longtime slugger Pete Alonso are currently in the most crucial stages. Ever since

The Mets and Pete Alonso navigate contract negotiations. Find out how this crucial decision will shape the team's success.

The New York Mets don't appear to be done adding players to their roster this offseason. The top target for New York's front office appears to be former Mets s

The New York Mets could be scrambling to make a key addition if Pete Alonso leaves in free agency. They will move Mark Vientos to first base but would need to find a way to replace Alonso's offensive production.

With about a month to go until Spring Training starts, the Mets and Pete Alonso are still playing a game of chicken, waiting to see which side blinks first. On the Mets' side is David Stearns, whose philosophy partially revolves around not giving out big deals in terms of years to players who are 30 or older -- something he has held firm on when it comes to pitchers ( Corbin Burnes and Max Fried are recent examples of free agents Stearns passed on) and position players.