Practically everything the New York Mets do for the remainder of the offseason will be attempted to be connected with how it potentially impacts a reunion with Pete Alonso. That is exactly what is happening with their reunion with reliever Ryne Stanek,

A person familiar with negotiations says the New York Mets and right-handed reliever Ryne Stanek have agreed to a one-year deal.

The Pete Alonso saga continues this MLB offseason, with the New York Mets seemingly closing in on re-signing the All-Star slugger. However, there’s a bittersweet twist to this development. There are still plenty of players available in MLB free agency this offseason.