Pete Alonso has hired agent Scott Boras with free agency just one year away, according to a report.

Alonso's future with the New York Mets is the biggest question facing new president of baseball operations David Stearns.

"I think the entire package weighs into it. Pete is a great player, he is also good in the clubhouse, and he is also home grown. All of that matters," Stearns said of Alonso this week.

"I know over the summer there was some trade speculation, and look I'll just say I expect Pete to be the Opening Day first baseman next year. Pete's an important member of this team, he's an important member of this organization, and I think we're really fortunate to have him."

The Mets and Alonso have had some extension talks, though they are reportedly far apart, and his name did pop up in rumors at the trade deadline.