New York is believed to have offered Alonso a three-year day worth between $68 million-$70 million with opt-outs. After that offer was rejected, the Mets pivoted towards resigning outfielder Jesse Winker and reliever A.J. Minter.

Mets fans got some face time with the owner during a panel session at the team’s Amazin’ Day fanfest at Citi Field. During the session, fans began chanting “we want Pete”, leading Cohen to provide an update on where things stand. "I don't like the negotiations. I don't like what's been presented to us."

Steve Cohen can afford to pay Pete Alonso whatever he wants. The man ranked No. 162 on Bloomberg's Billionaires index has already committed to paying Juan Soto

Just before Mets owner Steve Cohen answered a question about where things stand with Alonso, a homegrown star and free agent first baseman, during a panel discussion, a spirited crowd began chanting, “Let’s Sign Pete! Let’s sign Pete! Let’s sign Pete!”

The New York Mets owner has recently shared his frustration over the long-standing negotiation with Pete Alonso this offseason.