Pete Alonso has taken his game offensively to “another level.” That assessment was provided Friday by Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns, who was asked about the possibility he would engage in contract extension talks with Alonso’s camp during the season.

Pete Alonso is having a career season, marking a remarkable turnaround from a frustrating 2023. Last season, he failed often in clutch spots, swinging for the fences. This year, he is displaying significant plate discipline.