Pete Alonso re-signs with Mets for two years at $54 million

Pete Alonso has re-signed with the New York Mets for two years at $54 million. This deal comes after Alonso faced a tough free agency, having had a poor season and limited market interest. His new contract includes a high average annual value for a first baseman. In Tampa Bay, plans for a new stadium have stalled. Rays owner Stu Sternberg has expressed doubts about funding the $700 million needed for the project. St. Petersburg officials are no longer pursuing the deal, focusing instead on repairing the current stadium. The Rays will play at Steinbrenner Field this season, where ticket sales are strong despite price increases. There are calls for a new owner to invest in the team, as fans grow frustrated with the current management's approach.