The Cincinnati Reds could be a dark-horse candidate for four-time New York Mets All-Star first baseman Pete Alonso as Alonso's free agency continues, according to a report Thursday night from the New York Post's Jon Heyman.

As the Mets and Pete Alonso beat around the bush on a potential contract, the Reds are now trying to acquire his services.

The New York Mets and Pete Alonso remain at an impasse. In the wake of that, the Cincinnati Reds briefly emerged as possible suitors for the veteran first baseman and frequent All-Star.

It’s probably a long shot, but with Pete Alonso’s market not developing as expected, this small-market team may consider it.

After the World Series concluded, Pete Alonso entered MLB free agency as one of the best players available with hopes

The Pete Alonso free-agency saga has taken an unexpected turn as a dark-horse candidate emerges. Alonso remains unsigned just weeks

Report: Cincinnati Reds Interested in Signing Four-Time All-Star Pete Alonso. Alonso has been a star for the New York Mets and could sign a short-team deal with the Reds according to reports.