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Mets Projected To Sign Slugger To Blockbuster 5-Year, $95 Million Deal

Mets Projected To Sign Slugger To Blockbuster 5-Year, $95 Million Deal

Summary

The New York Mets are looking to strengthen their team during the off-season by potentially signing Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami. There is a prediction that the Mets might offer Murakami a five-year, $95 million deal to replace their current slugger Pete Alonso, who may leave in free agency.

Key Facts

  • The Mets missed the playoffs, losing out to the Cincinnati Reds.
  • Re-signing or replacing Pete Alonso is a top priority for the Mets.
  • Murakami is a Japanese free agent that the Mets are considering.
  • It's predicted the Mets might offer Murakami a five-year, $95 million deal.
  • Mets' President of Baseball Operations, David Stearns, scouted Murakami in Japan.
  • Murakami has significant power potential, which the Mets need if Alonso leaves.
  • There are some concerns about Murakami's ability to consistently make contact with the baseball.
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