While Alonso wants to stay fresh in 2025 to help the Mets, he could have another reason for declining the event. Alonso signed a two-year, $54 million deal to return to the Mets in the offseason, but that deal contains an opt-out after 2025.

In Saturday’s 12-6 win, the Mets’ fourth straight, left fielder Brandon Nimmo delivered the first blow. After Yankees starter Carlos Rodón loaded the bases on a double and two walks, he hung a slider too close to the middle of the plate, and Nimmo feasted. Nimmo pelted a grand slam into the Mets’ bullpen, 387 feet away, putting his team ahead 4-0.