Mets Meet with Free Agent Roki Sasaki

The New York Mets have made significant offseason moves, highlighted by their acquisition of Juan Soto on a record 15-year, $765 million deal, which may complicate their ability to re-sign Pete Alonso. As Alonso remains a valuable free agent, the Mets are reportedly in talks with Paul Goldschmidt of the St. Louis Cardinals as a potential replacement. Meanwhile, the Mets have also met with Japanese pitching sensation Roki Sasaki, who is attracting interest from multiple MLB teams, including the Yankees and Cubs. Sasaki, just 23, has impressive stats from the Nippon Professional Baseball league, boasting a 2.35 ERA and 129 strikeouts in 111 innings in 2024. His unique pitching arsenal and potential have drawn comparisons to top MLB pitchers, making him a coveted asset for teams looking to strengthen their rotations. The Mets are keen on securing Sasaki to fortify their pitching staff going into the next season, amidst competition from other clubs.