Alonso's Move: Mets Lose Power, Orioles Gain It

0:00On March 26, Pita Lanzo holds the New York Met's record for most home runs ever hit. The slugger, who started his pro career with the Met's, shocked fans by signing with the Baltimore Orioles this off season. He inked a $155 million deal and both teams kick off their 2026 seasons on Thursday for opening day. The move boiled down to cash. Reports say the Met's never came close to matching Baltimore's offer. Instead, they've been big on shortstop Boba Shed and shifted Jorge Palanco, a guy with just one big league game at first base, to cover Alonzo's spot. Met's fans are still adjusting to the change. It'll feel strange watching their team without the polar bear, crushing homers from the middle of the lineup, or manning first base. Meanwhile, Orioles supporters are thrilled to welcome a proven power hitter right away. Alonzo wore Baltimore's orange all through spring training, but seeing him in a real game will hit different. If he keeps mashing light before, that contract looks like a steal for the Orioles.

1:02As the season unfolds, we'll see how these roster shifts play out for both clubs chasing playoff spots. This has been New York Met's News Today, powered by AI.