The Mets held their first winter event for fans in five years at Citi Field, and Pete Alonso was a notable absence.

The New York Mets have been trying to re-sign Pete Alonso, but the sides have not come to terms on a deal yet. The two parties could come to an agreement on a short-term deal as spring training approaches.

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen acknowledged Saturday that the team could be moving toward a future without Pete Alonso at first base. Cohen acknowledged