MLB Rumors: Pete Alonso signals strong Red Sox preference; Yankees predicted to land Kyle Tucker at bold $427 million contract

Former New York Mets All-Star Pete Alonso remains one of the biggest names in free agency amid rumors of a potential return to Queens in the offseason.

While the Mets are rumored to be interested in bringing back their franchise star for another stint, The Boston Globe‘s Pete Abraham reported that the Boston Red Sox are "high" on Alonso's list of potential destinations this offseason.

The Red Sox have been linked with a move for Alonso, along with Kyle Tucker and Kyle Schwarber, as they look to add hitting power to the middle order.

However, a potential deal for Alonso hinges on his contract demands. Alonso's camp sought a deal around $100 million last offseason and is reportedly looking for a similar valuation in free agency. Despite a strong 2025 season, ESPN and the Athletic predicted Alonso to get a four- or five-year deal worth nearly $30 million per year.

Meanwhile, the Red Sox's arch rivals, the New York Yankees, are predicted to land All-Star slugger Kyle Tucker on a blockbuster deal in free agency. Jim Bowden of The Athletic predicted the Yankees to offer Kyle Tucker a 10-year, $427 million contract this offseason.

The prediction comes amid the Yankees' interest in bringing back All-Star outfielder Cody Bellinger to improve their hitting lineup.

Red Sox's pursuit of Alex Bregman takes a major hit

The Red Sox's pursuit of Pete Alonso has seemingly intensified after reports emerged that All-Star infielder Alex Bregman was close to a move to the Detroit Tigers in free agency.

Bregman, who opted out of his Red Sox contract at the end of the season, has been linked with a return to the team in free agency. However, The Athletic's Jim Bowden predicted that the All-Star third baseman could be on the move to Boston's AL rivals, the Detroit Tigers.

According to Bowden, the Tigers are preparing a six-year, $182 million deal for Bregman.