The New York Mets face a critical offseason after failing to reach the playoffs in 2025 . New York was expected to build on a successful 2024 campaign, when the team made a surprise run to the NLCS. With the addition of Juan Soto, the Mets had World Series aspirations. But the club never really gelled. And a late season collapse saw New York fall just short of a Wild Card berth.

While many believed the team would attempt to rebound by flexing its unmatched purchasing power, courtesy of the richest owner in the sport, the hot stove has been lukewarm. Even worse, the Mets let Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz walk in free agency, leaving fans distraught.

New York signed Jorge Polanco to a two-year, $40 million deal. But the addition did little to curb complaints.

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