After a protracted winter negotiation, the sides reportedly agreed to a two-year, $54 million contract on Wednesday night.

Pete Alonso's teammate and best friend is sending a pretty clear message to him regarding his uncertain future with the New York Mets. Speaking on MLB Network's

The New York Mets made the biggest splash in MLB history this offseason when they signed superstar outfielder Juan Soto to a record-breaking $765 million deal for 15 years.

Slugger Pete Alonso and the Mets are in agreement on a 2-year, $54 million contract, sources said, ending a lengthy free agency with a return engagement to the only team for which he has played.

Pete Alonso endured a more challenging free agency period than most, struggling to find a dance partner willing to toss long-term money into his coffers. The standout slugger engaged in conversation with a litany of sides, hoping to find a contract to his liking.

With the support of owner Steve Cohen, the Mets stole Juan Soto from the Yankees with a historic 15-year, $765 million deal. He also added pitching depth, signing right-handers Frankie Montas and Clay Holmes to short-term deals, and he poached left-hander A.J. Minter from the Atlanta Braves among other moves.