The New York Mets aren’t sitting quietly this offseason. Team president David Stearns made that clear during the GM meetings on Tuesday, signaling that the organization plans to be active in the starting pitching market — both through free agency and potential trades.

As Max Goodman of NJ.com first reported, Stearns said the Mets “will be right there” and “heavily involved” if a top-tier ace becomes available. It’s a statement that feels less like speculation and more like a declaration of intent.

Mets ready to play in the deep end of the market

This isn’t the cautious Mets front office we saw a year ago when Stearns took a patchwork approach to pitching. Now, the framework looks different. The team has financial flexibility, a rejuvenated farm system, and young talent capable of anchor

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