The New York Mets have made a bold move to land top MLB free agent Kyle Tucker, offering him a staggering $50 million per year on a short-term contract. According to sources, the offer is part of a larger plan by owner Steve Cohen to invest heavily in the team's outfield, pairing Tucker with Juan Soto at a total cost of $101 million per season.
The move comes as the Mets seek to replace veteran outfielder Brandon Nimmo, who departed via trade or free agency this offseason. With Tucker's impressive track record as an All-Star four years running, his addition would undoubtedly shake up the team's dynamics and alter the narrative surrounding Queens' baseball club.
While the specifics of the proposal remain unclear, it appears that Cohen is willing to go all-in on Tucker's services, demonstrating a commitment to competing for a championship. As David Stearns, the Mets' general manager, noted earlier in the day, "I wouldnโt take anything off the table." It seems that the team will continue to be active in free agency and trade markets, making bold moves to strengthen their roster.
Tucker's signing would mark a significant coup for the Mets, who have been seeking to upgrade their outfield since last year's postseason run. With Soto and Tucker patrolling the corners, the team's top-heavy lineup could become a formidable force in the National League.
The move comes as the Mets seek to replace veteran outfielder Brandon Nimmo, who departed via trade or free agency this offseason. With Tucker's impressive track record as an All-Star four years running, his addition would undoubtedly shake up the team's dynamics and alter the narrative surrounding Queens' baseball club.
While the specifics of the proposal remain unclear, it appears that Cohen is willing to go all-in on Tucker's services, demonstrating a commitment to competing for a championship. As David Stearns, the Mets' general manager, noted earlier in the day, "I wouldnโt take anything off the table." It seems that the team will continue to be active in free agency and trade markets, making bold moves to strengthen their roster.
Tucker's signing would mark a significant coup for the Mets, who have been seeking to upgrade their outfield since last year's postseason run. With Soto and Tucker patrolling the corners, the team's top-heavy lineup could become a formidable force in the National League.