Mariners Moose Tracks, 2/6/25: Pete Alonso, Ben Gamel, and Elvis Andrus

The Mets and Pete Alonso settle their differences and realize they’re both better off with each other.

Good morning everyone! We’re back on-time with this edition of the Moose Tracks. Let’s get you the latest.

In Mariners news...

• Shannon Drayer broke down the most recent episode of the Hot Stove Show, which included appearances from Troy Taylor, Bobby Magallanes, David Hesslink, and Frankie Thon Jr.

Around the league...

• After a prolonged and public negotiation, Pete Alonso is returning to the Mets on a two-year deal with an opt-out after the first season — as if there was ever going to be any other outcome.
• Former Mariners outfielder Ben Gamel is returning to the Astros on a one-year contract.
• The Twins have agreed to a one-year deal with outfielder Harrison Bader.
• The Rangers are planning to induct former infielder Elvis Andrus into their Hall of Fame this summer, while Adrián Beltré will get a statue outside the stadium.
• The Angels have extended their stadium lease in Anaheim through 2032.
• Former Royals GM and current Rangers executive Dayton Moore is reportedly kicking the tires on a run for governor of Kansas.
• The Baseball America staff dropped its rankings of the top farm systems in the league. ($)
• Ben Clemens at Fangraphs provides his take on the playoff odds inside of each division.
• Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman at Yahoo! Sports graded each team’s offseason performance. The Mariners did not get a high mark.