Pete Alonso’s return has solidified the New York Mets' lineup, but according to one ex-MLB player, the first baseman hasn’t necessarily turned them into a World Series contender. Former catcher Erik Kratz,

The most high-profile "Will they/won't they" since Jim and Pam finally came to an end on Wednesday night when the New York Mets re-signed first baseman Pete Alonso to a two-year, $54 million contract.

Pete Alonso was born at the wrong time. For over 100 years, home run hitters were the highest-paid players in the game—defense, baserunning and ability to hit for average not required. Ralph Kiner, a prototype,