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Ken Rosenthal and AJ Pierzynski believe that the increased small-market spending during this MLB free agency period is CBA-influenced.
With multiple young pitchers ready for the majors, the Mets can chase this ace without parting with their top prospect.
“The Mets hold some interest in the top remaining free-agent starters, including Valdez, but their focus is on first exploring trades, league sources said. As of early Tuesday, no deal appeared imminent, and people familiar with the discussions cautioned that things are slow,” Rosenthal and Sammon wrote.
The New York Mets are openly pursuing Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Tucker, one of the most discussed names on the market in recent days, as his future ahead of the next MLB season remains uncertain. While the Mets are widely viewed as serious contenders, there is also a clear path in which they could ultimately lose out on the star outfielder.
After being linked to New York following the club’s decision to trade second baseman Jeff McNeil to the Athletics, Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Ketel Marte is now expected to remain in place. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reported that Arizona has no plans to move the three-time All-Star.