Overview
- Multiple outlets report the four-time All-Star chose Los Angeles on a four-year, $240 million contract with a $60 million AAV and opt-outs after the second and third seasons.
- The Mets’ offer was reported at four years and $220 million, falling short of the Dodgers’ bid despite New York’s push for a short, high-AAV structure.
- ESPN’s Jeff Passan said the Blue Jays were the only club willing to consider a very long-term commitment for Tucker, potentially stretching to 10 years.
- Reporting indicates the Mets are expected to pivot to alternatives, with Cody Bellinger a leading outfield target and Framber Valdez a potential rotation focus.
- MLB’s 2026 international signing period opened Jan. 15 under fixed bonus-pool rules, with reports tying the Mets to shortstop Wandy Asigen for roughly $3.9 million.