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Mets Eye Rotation Upgrade Through Joe Ryan Trade or Ranger Suárez Pursuit

A reluctance to long-term pitcher contracts shapes the search after bullpen-focused moves.

WASHINGTON, DC - AUGUST 21: A view of a New York Mets baseball cap in the dugout during the game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on August 21, 2025 in Washington, DC. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 15: Ranger Suárez #55 of the Philadelphia Phillies throws against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the third inning at Dodger Stadium on September 15, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Newsweek forecasts a trade push for Twins All-Star Joe Ryan, with prior reporting from Jon Heyman noting Mets interest and speculation that a package could center on top prospect Jonah Tong.
  • Fox Sports' Rowan Kavner labels the Mets a logical landing spot for free agent lefty Ranger Suárez, who posted a 3.20 ERA in 2025 and would bring a different look atop the rotation.
  • Coverage projects Suárez to seek roughly $100–$110 million, with durability questions highlighted, including recurring back issues and workload concerns.
  • Reports describe New York avoiding long-term commitments to starters, suggesting the team would need a higher annual salary or short-term structures with opt-outs to lure Suárez.
  • Despite adding relievers Devin Williams and Luke Weaver, the Mets' 83–79 club still lacks a dependable innings-eater after a 2025 rotation marked by injuries and high hard-hit rates.