Overview

• The Mets missed the postseason after dropping their final regular-season game, triggering a broad roster review.
• Reporting from SNY’s Andy Martino says the front office plans an aggressive push to add an ace-level starter.
• Potential trade targets mentioned include Paul Skenes or Sandy Alcantara if either becomes available, with cost expected to be steep.
• Team philosophy reportedly favors trades over paying top-of-market prices for free-agent starters, despite multiple free-agent options.
• Leadership may at least gauge interest in veterans such as Francisco Lindor and Brandon Nimmo, and manager Carlos Mendoza acknowledged he is on the hot seat.