Spring training starts in a few days, but there is still some MLB offseason business to tackle. A handful of notable players remain on the free-agent market, including Alex Bregman. Pete Alonso finally came off the board on Feb.

Pete Alonso’s return has solidified the New York Mets' lineup, but according to one ex-MLB player, the first baseman hasn’t necessarily turned them into a World Series contender. Former catcher Erik Kratz,

Yahoo Sports MLB analysts Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss the slugger’s return to Queens on a two year deal and what it means for the team‘s outlook in 2025. Hear the full conversation on the “Baseball Bar-B-Cast” podcast - and subscribe on Apple Podcasts,