Peter Morgan Alonso is an American professional baseball first baseman for the New York Mets of Major League Baseball who has previously played in MLB for the Florida Gators.
In 2016 The New York Mets drafted him in the second round of the Major League Baseball (MLB) draft, followed by his debut on March 28, 2019.
Alonso set the MLB rookie record for most home runs in a season by hitting 53 home runs, surpassing Aaron Judge's previous record of 52 runs and earning his name as the 2019’s National League (NL) Rookie of the Year.
Pete Alonso’s Contract Breakdown
| Year | Base Salary | SigningBonus | Cap Hit | Dead Cap | Yearly Cash |
| 2016 | - | $909,200 | $909,200 | - | $909,200 |
| 2019 | $555,000 | - | $555,000 | - | $555,000 |
| 2020 | $241,674 | - | $241,674 | - | $241,674 |
| 2021 | $676,775 | - | $676,775 | - | $676,775 |
| 2022 | $7,400,000 | - | $7,400,000 | - | $7,400,000 |
| 2023 | $14,500,000 | - | $14,500,000 | - | $14,500,000 |
Source - Spotrac
How much is Pete Alonso getting paid?
Pete’s most recent contract with the New York Mets is worth $14.5 million; for a tenure of one year with a guaranteed annual salary of an average of $14.5 million. The contract also states that in 2023, Pete will earn a base salary of $14.5 million while carrying a total salary of the same amount. A brief rundown of his previous contracts shows us that since his debut in the MLB with the New York Mets. In 2020, his contract was worth $652.5K; by 2023, it had grown to $14.5 million in just three years; Throughout his journey, he signed multiple agreements, simultaneously avoiding arbitration.
How much does Pete Alonso make in a minute?
As per the latest contract, considering Alonso’s best-case annual salary is $14.5 million, we divide this amount by the total number of minutes in a year: i.e.., 525,600 minutes, and as per the above calculation, the amount we draw is $27.58 per minute.
Pete Alonso's Career Earnings
Since Pete’s debut in the MLB with the New York Mets; till today, He has earned an estimated total income of around $24.2 million, with an annual average income of approximately $4.84 million.
What are the terms of Pete Alonso's Contract?
As per Pete’s current contract, he signed a 1-year / $14.5 million contract with the Texas Rangers, which guarantees an annual average salary of $14.5 million; the agreement also states that in 2023, Alonso will earn a base and total compensation of $14.5 million.
How much of Pete Alonso's Contract is guaranteed?
Pete Alonso’s latest contract worth $14.5 million guarantees him the same amount, along with providing him with a base and an annual salary of $14.5 million.
Pete Alonso's Contract History
New York Mets (2016-Present): Pete Alonso was drafted by the New York Mets in the second round of the 2016 MLB Draft and made his MLB debut with the New York Mets in 2019, marking the start of his professional career.In 2019: Pete Alonso was named the National League (NL) for the record for most home runs in a season with 53 runs.In 2021, Alonso won the Home Run Derby in 2019, showcasing his offensive prowess, and was named an All-Star in both 2021 and 2022 for his outstanding performance and contributions to the New York Mets.
FAQs
A. Pete Alonso signed his first professional contract with the New York Mets on July 4, 2016 after being drafted by the team in the second round of the 2016 MLB draft.
A. No. Pete Alonso has avoided arbitration multiple times with the New York Mets from 2021 to 2024.
A. Pete Alonso is set to become a free agent in 2025.
A. Pete Alonso has spent six years of his MLB career with New York, debuting from 2019 to 2024.
A. Pete Alonso primarily plays as a first baseman for the New York Mets in MLB.
