Mets Unlikely to Bring Back Jose Iglesias for 2025 Season

Team prioritizes opportunities for younger players and roster flexibility over re-signing veteran infielder and clubhouse leader.

Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns indicated that Jose Iglesias is unlikely to return for the 2025 season as the team focuses on younger talent.
Iglesias, 35, was a key contributor to the Mets' 2024 NLCS run, hitting .337 with a .381 on-base percentage in 85 games after joining midseason.
Stearns emphasized the importance of maintaining roster flexibility, citing past challenges when the team lacked backup players with minor league options.
The Mets' infield competition this spring includes prospects Brett Baty, Luisangel Acuña, and recent signing Nick Madrigal, who could fill backup roles.
Iglesias remains a free agent after switching agents to Scott Boras but has yet to secure a major league deal for the 2025 season.