The Red Sox missed out on one of the top sluggers on the market after Pete Alonso chose a five-year, 155-million-dollar deal with the Orioles.
Boston had shown interest in adding a major right-handed power bat but reportedly offered fewer years and far less money than Baltimore.
Alonso's decision is a setback for a lineup seeking home-run help as the club eyes its next contention window.
Team insiders say the Red Sox still view Alex Bregman as a priority and may explore trades for other impact hitters.
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