Mets Prioritize Young Talent and Pitching as Offseason Strategy Unfolds
David Stearns emphasizes development of young players while addressing urgent pitching needs for the 2025 season.
- Mets' president of baseball operations, David Stearns, stresses the importance of young players like Brett Baty, Ronny Mauricio, and Luisangel Acuña in the team's future plans.
- Mark Vientos serves as a successful example of a minor leaguer who made a significant impact in the majors, inspiring other young talents.
- The Mets face a pressing need to rebuild their pitching rotation, with only Kodai Senga and David Peterson as confirmed starters for 2025.
- Offers have been extended to Sean Manaea and Luis Severino as part of the effort to secure multiple starting pitchers for the upcoming season.
- Exploring various strategies, the Mets consider free agency, trades, and bullpen adjustments to bolster their pitching staff.