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With the New York Mets set to re-sign outfielder and designated hitter Jesse Winker, the hopes for bringing back franchise star Pete Alonso are dwindling, according to SNY's MLB insider Andy Martino.

The majority of MLB rumors for over a month have all pointed to All-Star first baseman Pete Alonso re-signing with

The New York Mets have reached an agreement with free-agent lefty reliever A.J. Minter, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Minter is slated to make $22 million over a two-year term. He will have the ability to opt out and return to the free-agent market after the first season if he so desires.

Japanese right-hander Roki Sasaki and his representative reportedly met with the Mets, but the team was informed that it is no longer in the running for his services, according to a report from MLB Network insider Jon Heyman.

Reports have emerged about Vladimir Guerrero Jr. potentially joining the New York Mets, igniting excitement among fans. However, MLB insider Jon Heyman has debunked these rumors, citing the Toronto Blue Jays' current contractual negotiations with Guerrero Jr.

It's beginning to look like it's the New York Mets or bust for Pete Alonso. What was once a promising market for first basemen has all but dried up, leaving the Mets the last likely landing spot for the four-time All-Star.