Yankees and Mets Consider High-Profile Player Swap as Free Agency Looms

Juan Soto and Pete Alonso, star players for the Yankees and Mets respectively, are at the center of rumors suggesting a potential team switch in the upcoming free agency period.

Juan Soto and Pete Alonso, both nearing free agency, are rumored to potentially swap teams, with the Mets targeting Soto and the Yankees considering Alonso as a fallback.
Soto's impressive early season performance, including a .352 batting average and four home runs, has solidified his value to the Yankees.
Pete Alonso, known for his power hitting, is also attracting interest from other teams including the Giants, Mariners, Astros, and Rangers.
The financial implications of signing both players are complex, with Mets owner Steve Cohen facing a significant tax burden.
Despite the speculation, the most likely scenario remains that both players could re-sign with their current teams.