Overview
- Pete Alonso has said he plans to opt out of the final year and $24 million of his deal, leaving the Mets with a vacancy at first base.
- MLB reporter Anthony DiComo reported the Mets and Rays discussed a Yandy Díaz trade before the deadline, with no deal completed.
- Díaz produced a .300 average with 25 home runs and 83 RBIs for Tampa Bay in 2025, yet his first-base defense has been evaluated as below average.
- A Díaz acquisition could require premium prospects such as Brandon Sproat or Jonah Tong, and his $12 million salary is expected to attract competing bidders.
- The Mets are evaluating multiple paths that include trade and free-agent options like Josh Naylor, while separate reports say some in the Yankees’ front office are interested in Alonso if he reaches free agency.