The New York Mets and Pete Alonso officially parted ways on Thursday, and the first baseman penned an emotional goodbye.

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Pete Alonso sent a farewell message to New York Mets fans after the power-hitting first baseman signed a five-year, $155 million contract in free agency with the Baltimore Orioles.

Alonso's contract, which was signed on Thursday, is officially the largest MLB contract by a former Gator and the second-largest pro sports contract by a former Gator. The deal also gives him the highest average annual value by any former SEC player (second-most among MLB first basemen).

Stars depart, leaving Mets questioning their future. Passan describes the team's moves as a "bloodletting," sparking concern for their playoff hopes.

He wasn’t with the New York Mets long and his biggest claim to fame is giving Pete Alonso his nickname. Upon seeing the young Mets slugger and future home run k

There were no press conferences at Citi Field on Friday. But as the Mets’ quiet offseason continued, there was activity elsewhere that likely got Mets fans’ attention.

Brandon Nimmo went first. Then it was Edwin Díaz and Pete Alonso on back-to-back days at baseball’s winter meetings.

Free agent first baseman Pete Alonso is finalizing a five-year, $155 million contract with the Baltimore Orioles, according to ESPN. Alonso became a free agent this offseason after opting out of his deal with the New York Mets,