Mets Fans – Enjoy Him Now, Because Pete Alonso Is Gone
I have been saying it since the end of the 2023 season and I will say it again – Pete Alonso will not be in a Mets uniform after the trade deadline.
When you wake up on the morning of August 1, the Polar Bear will be wearing different threads than the ones he is currently sporting in spring training with the Mets in Port St. Lucie.
Earlier this week, Alonso revealed to the New York press corps that he and the team had no talks over the winter about a contract extension.
None. Zero. Nada.
It doesn’t take a genius to look at that and realize that Alonso is going to test free agency at the end of the season.
A glimmer of hope
There is actually one sign that bodes well for Mets fans who are hoping that Mets owner Steve Cohen opens up his checkbook to keep Alonso in blue and orange.
Alonso’s agent is Steve Boras. Right now, Boras has five big-name free agents in baseball limbo.
Pitchers Blake Snell and Jordan Montgomery, 3B Matt Chapman, OF Cody Bellinger, and DH/OF J.D. Martinez are all still unsigned.
If – and I think that’s a VERY big if – some of them don’t sign somewhere soon, or they do sign for far lower dollar amounts than they and Boras are asking for, then maybe…just maybe…Alonso comes to some kind of agreement that will keep him at his current Citi Field address beyond the 2024 trade deadline.
Pete Alonso, Kodai Senga, and some REALLY bad uniforms all make up this morning’s Two-Minute Drill with Chris Swendeman and me here on the WDHA Morning Jolt.
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4 NFL Teams We Expect To Wear New Uniforms Next Season
Although the Super Bowl is behind us, there are still plenty of football subjects to dive into. Of course, the combine, free agency, and the draft are all approaching. However, in addition, there are a few NFL teams who have hinted at wearing new uniforms next season.
Typically, a full unveiling of these fresh threads comes in late spring or summer once the schedule is out and new players are on the roster. Still, there are some things we already know. Part of this has to do with licensing agreements. The NFL and Nike (their official uniform partner) need to go through certain protocols in order for new uniforms to be allowed. At times, this can take a few years. So, in short, preparation for these expected uniform changes began long ago.
Present-day NFL allows for teams to have their typical home and away set and the alternate look. Often, this is a nod to a throwback uniform that was a fan-favorite years ago. For example, in 2023, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers brought back the special edition creamsicle uniform.
Before we take a look at the NFL teams that will be sporting a new uniform look in 2024, let’s address a related topic.
Teams That Should Change Their Uniforms
Again, this is easier said than done, but here are a few suggestions for teams that can use an upgrade. First, the New York Giants should make their throwback look permanent. This sports the “Giants” logo on the helmet with the red and white striped jersey sleeve the team wore in the ’80s and ’90s. Bringing back the red alternate jersey then allows for the special look twice a year. The same argument can be made for the Philadelphia Eagles. When you have that sharp “Kelly Green” set, there is no reason not to wear them at any opportunity. As for a complete overhaul, let’s suggest the Indianapolis Colts go back to the drawing board. The white horseshoe helmet works (just change the facemask to blue), but the jersey and pants are stale. Less can be more these days with uni designs, so how about adding a little life here? At least the jersey can be as exciting as the future franchise quarterback, Anthony Richardson.
Those three thoughts may be long shots. However, these are not. Here are the four teams we expect to rock new uniforms looks next season.
