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Ex‑Mets GM Urges Team to Sign Tarik Skubal

He argues Skubal would give New York a clear ace but the outcome depends on a Boras‑led market and the unresolved CBA.

An image collage containing 3 images, Image 1 shows David Stearns, President of Baseball Operations for the New York Mets, speaks at a press conference before the game when the New York Mets played the Detroit Tigers Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at Citi Field in Queens, NY. , Image 2 shows Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal reacts between batters during the first inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, Image 3 shows A man speaking into a microphone with text overlay "They have to sign Skubal!"
Jun 26, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns speaks during a press conference before a game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citi Field. The club earlier today parted ways with manager Carlos Mendoza (not pictured). Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Overview

  • On Tuesday former Mets general manager Jim Duquette told Jon Heyman’s podcast that president David Stearns should prioritize signing Tarik Skubal this offseason.
  • Skubal won back‑to‑back AL Cy Young Awards, was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers before the deadline, and is expected to be a top free agent who could command a record contract.
  • The Mets’ rotation has been a persistent weakness this season, posting a 4.46 ERA, and their high‑profile acquisition Freddy Peralta failed to stabilize the staff before he was moved at the trade deadline.
  • Any Mets pursuit would face steep hurdles because Skubal is represented by Scott Boras, multiple big‑market clubs are expected to bid, and contract talks may be affected by the pending MLB‑MLBPA collective bargaining agreement.
  • A Skubal signing would alter New York’s payroll and roster plan, offer the rotation the veteran certainty Duquette seeks, and raise the stakes for Stearns’ roster philosophy and for Mets fans hoping for a quick turnaround.