The Red Sox are looking to land another infielder, and one who plays second or third base. While the Mets could look to trade Mark Vientos or Luisangel Acuna for one of the Red Sox outfielders, they likely wouldn't get the Red Sox to bite.

Elsewhere, the Atlanta Braves have addressed their biggest needs, the Philadelphia Phillies have been active -- with a huge move potentially on the horizon -- the Miami Marlins continue to accumulate young talent to take another step forward in 2026, and the Washington Nationals remain deep in their rebuild.

The Mets got off to a fantastic start to the campaign, but a horrible second half of the year resulted in them missing the post

Owner Steve Cohen wants a great farm system, but he's also going to have spend big on free agency to catch up to LA.

New York's offseason hasn't gone as planned thus far. Gm David Sterns must now must pivot again after losing out on Tucker.

Most have suggested that Framber Valdez is the most likely target for New York. However, SNY Mets broadcaster Ron Darling doesn't see it that way, which he made clear during a January 14 appearance on the New York Post's The Show podcast.

The Mets’ offer to Tucker was a four-year, $220 million contract with no deferrals, opt-outs, and a significant signing bonus. Ken Rosenthal wrote about what Tucker’s signing means for the Mets, Blue Jays, and Dodgers. With Tucker gone, there’s not much else out there in free agency that could help the Mets in the outfield.

The Mets are reportedly in a heated bidding war for ace Framber Valdez. One insider believes it's down to New York or Baltimore for the Boras client.