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MLB Rumors & News: Pete Alonso, Nick Pivetta, Michael King (Fantasy Baseball)

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Pete Alonso passes physical to make deal official

The two-year deal Pete Alonso signed has become official after passing his physical.

Fantasy Impact

The deal is worth $54 million over two years. Alonso returns to the Mets after they also landed Juan Soto this offseason.

Ari Koslow

Nick Pivetta signs four-year deal with Padres

The Padres signed Nick Pivetta to a four-year, $55 million contract.

Fantasy Impact

The deal includes opt-outs after Year 2 and Year 3. The deal will pay him a $3 million signing bonus and $1 million salary in 2025, $19 million in 2026, $14 million in 2027 and $18 million in 2028. Pivetta was the top remaining starter on the free agent market and will provide the Padres with some insurance as they try to trade one of Michael King or Dylan Cease.

Ari Koslow

Michael King reports to Padres camp

Michael King reported to the Padres spring training camp on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact

King and Dylan Cease both reported despite continuing to remain in the middle of trade rumors. It has been reported that King is “less likely” to be traded.

Ari Koslow

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