Orioles' Pete Alonso projected to do this for just the fourth time in his career

After spending seven seasons with the New York Mets, Pete Alonso will now be moving to the American League. He struck a deal with the Baltimore Orioles for a five-year, $155 million contract. 

They needed a little more power, and Alonso also helps balance out what was a lefty-heavy lineup. He also provides durability, playing in all 162 regular-season games over the past two seasons. 

He will be tasked with being Baltimore's primary first baseman, but could see some time at DH to give his legs a bit of rest. This leaves Ryan Mountcastle as the odd man out and could be traded at any point ahead of the deadline. 

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Orioles' Pete Alonso projected to do this for just the fourth time in his career

For Pete Alonso, he does not have too many problems crushing balls over the fence. He has immense power and has been a lock to hit at least 37 home runs.

The only time he did not eclipse that mark was during the 2020 season, when there were only 60 games. 

According to ESPN, he comes into the new season ranked as the 30th-best player across MLB. and with the switch to Camden Yards, Jorge Castillo believes Alonso will take full advantage. 

"Season prediction: Alonso exploits the hitter-friendly conditions at Camden Yards for his [fourth] 40-home run season and partners with Henderson to create one of the best one-two punches of any lineup in the majors."

Castillo believes that Alonso will have a 40-homer season, which would be the fourth of his career. The last time he did this was back in 2023 when he finished with 46. 

On top of that, Castillo suggests he and Henderson could combine to be an elite combination this season. 

If this comes true, Baltiore could be the team to beat in the AL East.

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