Overview
- Gallen is widely expected to decline the qualifying offer and enter free agency, according to multiple reports.
- The Mets and Yankees are viewed as strong potential pursuers if he hits the open market, with interest characterized as aggressive.
- Agent Scott Boras promoted Gallen’s value at the GM Meetings in Las Vegas, emphasizing the scarcity of available starting pitching.
- Published projections for Gallen’s next contract range from roughly two years at $42 million to four years at $80 million.
- Arizona is signaling limited spending flexibility, and a Merrill Kelly reunion is considered unlikely at his projected two-year, $35–$46 million price range.