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Mets Expected to Pursue Blockbuster Tarik Skubal Trade by Rival Exec

Mets Expected to Pursue Blockbuster Tarik Skubal Trade by Rival Exec

Summary

The New York Mets are interested in trading for Tarik Skubal, a top pitcher from the Detroit Tigers. The Tigers might trade Skubal because they might not want to pay his high salary when he becomes a free agent in 2026. The Mets need a strong pitcher and have a farm system with resources to trade for him.

Key Facts

  • Tarik Skubal is a top pitcher for the Detroit Tigers and won the 2025 American League Cy Young award.
  • The Tigers might trade Skubal to avoid losing him without compensation when he becomes a free agent after the 2026 season.
  • The New York Mets lack a top-tier starting pitcher and are interested in acquiring Skubal.
  • President of baseball operations for the Mets, David Stearns, indicated willingness to discuss acquiring a top pitcher.
  • The Mets have a good farm system, which can help them trade for players like Skubal.
  • An NL executive believes the Mets will actively pursue Skubal to boost their playoff chances.
  • The trade price for Skubal is expected to be high.
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