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Kyle Tucker Nears Decision as Mets Pitch Near-$50 Million AAV and Blue Jays Press Long-Term Bid

The choice reflects a market split between short-term, ultra-high salaries and the long-term deal Tucker has sought.

TORONTO, ONTARIO - OCTOBER 20: Eugenio Suarez #28 of the Seattle Mariners hits a single during the second inning against the Toronto Blue Jays in game seven of the American League Championship Series at the Rogers Centre on October 20, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario. (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images)
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BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - APRIL 12: Freddy Peralta #51 of the Milwaukee Brewers pitches in the first inning during a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on April 12, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Multiple outlets report the Mets have offered a short-term contract to Tucker at roughly $50 million per year, with figures in the three-year, $120–$140 million range.
  • Toronto has a long-term proposal on the table, and ESPN's Jeff Passan characterizes the Blue Jays as the likeliest team to deliver the big-money, extended deal Tucker prefers.
  • Will Sammon of The Athletic reports Tucker could choose a team this week, signaling that negotiations are in the final stages.
  • The Dodgers and Yankees remain in the mix for a shorter-term, high-AAV structure if Tucker opts against a lengthy commitment, per multiple reports.
  • Mets president David Stearns acknowledged recent shortcomings as the club pursues upgrades, aligning with New York's aggressive short-term pitch to Tucker.