Mets Former All-Star: ‘Biggest Conservative’ Pete Alonso Wanted Out Of New York Over Politics

BusinessSportsMoneyMets Former All-Star: ‘Biggest Conservative’ Pete Alonso Wanted Out Of New York Over PoliticsByPeter Chawaga,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Peter Chawaga is a writer and editor covering Major League Baseball.Follow AuthorMay 14, 2026, 10:46am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 14: Pete Alonso #20 of the New York Mets looks on from the dugout prior to a game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Citi Field on September 14, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Brandon Sloter/Image Of Sport/Getty Images)Getty ImagesThe New York Mets earned a much-needed extra-innings win over the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday, but they’ve still got a lot of work to do if they want to turn their season around.Even after a second win in a row, the Mets have the second worst record in the National League despite leading all of Major League Baseball in payroll this year.Though there’s plenty of blame to go around in Queens for the debacle so far, most of it seems to rest with president of baseball operations David Stearns, who cut ties with several long-time stars and brought in new ones before the season started, only to see the team take a step back overall.“Start with Pete Alonso. When the Mets let Alonso walk rather than committing to a long-term deal, Stearns replaced him at first base with Jorge Polanco, a player who has been perpetually unavailable due to injury,” NJ.com’s Advance Local Express Desk noted on Wednesday. “The numbers paint a grim picture. A massive payroll. A team with a 16-25 record. A fanbase running out of patience.”ForbesFormer Braves All-Star, Mets World Series Member And Phillies Coach DiesBy Peter ChawagaNew York Mets Season In Crisis After Cutting Ties With Homegrown Slugger Pete Alonso Stearns also parted ways with roster staples like Brandon Nimmo, Jeff McNeil and Edwin Diaz, while...