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Mets Linked to Ranger Suárez as Joe Ryan Trade Talk Persists in Rotation Search

Reports highlight New York’s preference to avoid long-term starter contracts, complicating bids for top arms.

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)
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Overview

  • The Mets’ rotation remains a priority after an uneven 2025 and a roster overhaul, with recent bullpen signings viewed as stopgaps.
  • MLB insider Jon Heyman links the Mets among clubs pursuing free agent Ranger Suárez, while Philadelphia coverage notes the Phillies have been publicly quiet on bringing him back.
  • Analysts project Suárez to seek roughly $100–$120 million, and evaluations cite strong performance but flag recurring back issues and late-season durability concerns.
  • Newsweek highlights a prediction that New York could trade for Twins starter Joe Ryan instead of paying top free-agent prices, with prior reporting noting Mets interest.
  • A potential Ryan deal is discussed as likely to require a premium prospect such as Jonah Tong, with the All-Star righty under control for two more seasons after a 3.42 ERA, 194-strikeout year.