Ken Rosenthal defends Scott Boras's high-risk, high-reward negotiation tactics, as seen in Alonso's and Bregman's decisions to reject substantial offers. Boras's focus on short-term contracts with opt-out clauses aims for higher future earnings,

Agent Scott Boras hinted at a potential hang-up in contract negotiations between Alex Bregman and the Boston Red Sox.

After talks on a new contract fell through, the New York Mets appear to be shifting their focus away from Pete Alonso.

For free agents, spring training is something of a soft signing deadline. No one wants to be without a job when camp opens. Free agents want to know where they're playing, where they're going to live,

And he's been far less successful with his other big-name clients. As Pete Alonso and Alex Bregman continue to twist in the wind, running out of leverage by the day, let's take a look at some players who probably aren't thrilled with their agent right about now.

Still, some notable free agents and trade targets remain available, and that means a daily supply of MLB rumors as we move deeper into the back half of MLB's offseason. Speaking of which, Friday's supply of rumors can be found just below.

In the game of musical chairs at first base, longtime New York Mets slugger Pete Alonso appears to be the one left without a seat. Alonso, a free agent for the first time, hasn't found the lucrative deal he and his representation have been hoping for.

Pete Alonso has reportedly pitched an opt-out laden three-year deal to the Mets and the Mets alone. Get more details at MLB Trade Rumors.