It is January 3, so the slow portion of the MLB offseason continues. We've still got some big-name free agents available while some trade candidates haven't yet been moved, so some stuff needs to happen before spring training.

Pete Alonso has gathered interest from an AL West team. Alonso could play with an MLB superstar if the deal comes through.

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

Speculation around Pete Alonso's future continues as MLB rumors reveal the team most likely to secure the slugger’s signature this offseason. The New York Mets have made significant moves during the MLB offseason,

While we’ve said here the Mets and Pete Alonso need to figure it out, there is said to be a sizable gap in talks at the moment. That doesn’t mean he’s gone, as the Mets have closed big gaps before (see Juan Soto below),