The New York Mets opened their offseason with a move that immediately set an assertive tone. The front office reached an agreement with Devin Williams, a high-end reliever whose arrival signaled a shift toward a bullpen-centered strategy after an inconsistent 2025 campaign. His addition also revived questions about how far the club planned to go in reinforcing the late innings.

Even with Williams secured, the conversation around New York quickly turned to Edwin Díaz. The Mets’ posture suggested the move was not a replacement but part of a broader plan to stack premium arms in high-leverage spots. That possibility grew stronger as league insiders began weighing in on the club’s intentions.

The most direct signal came from MLB Network’s Jon Morosi, who evaluated the Williams deal and added

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