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.

New York Mets slugger and two-time Home Run Derby Champion Pete Alonso is declining to participate this year in hopes of utilizing the three days of rest.