Rumors keep the offseason alive, and Pete Alonso’s name has already taken over the conversation once again. The New York Mets have been here before, forced to ride the rumor wave last winter and now bracing for a sequel. This time, the buzz points toward Boston, where the Red Sox have been linked to Alonso in early speculation. It’s the kind of chatter that spreads fast and stirs just enough worry in Queens.
Still, Boston might not be the only team Mets fans should keep an eye on. Somewhere beyond the headlines, another contender could be lurking, one that fits the part a little too well.