Scott Boras’ alliterative Pete Alonso update could be positive sign for Mets

LAS VEGAS — Power and perseverance are the focal points of Pete Alonso’s free agency, according to his high-profile agent.

In his annual State of the Boras address at the general managers’ meetings, Scott Boras (who is never afraid of a pun) went the alliterative route Wednesday in answering questions about the star first baseman, who opted out of his contract with the Mets after the World Series to become a free agent for the second straight offseason.

Boras, who last winter negotiated a two-year contract worth $54 million for Alonso that included an opt out, was asked if his client was open to shifting to a primary DH role given the emphasis the Mets are placing on defensive improvement. Alonso last season was among MLB’s worst first basemen in terms of range, according to Statcast.

“Pete at this point in his career is about winning,” Boras said, referring to the possibility of Alonso at DH. “There’s no doubt Pete’s pursuers are primed to pay the power piper. Pete picked a perfect period to play preeminently at a primary position. A playoff parched plethora will pounce to participate in the Polar Plunge.”

Alonso’s apparent willingness to DH can only improve his chances of a reunion with the Mets.

“He’s clearly a really good offensive player and I think for any team, the ability to get his bat in the lineup in multiple ways is helpful, and it’s great to know that Pete is open to stuff like that,” Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns said.