Since signing Soto to a historic 15-year, $765 million contract, the Mets have set their sights on creating pitching depth. They have signed four pitchers, including bringing back left-hander Sean Manaea, who could impact the rotation in some form this season, and six relievers, including r e-signing right-hander Ryne Stanek.

Ragazzo revealed that the Mets have expressed interest in San Diego Padres right-handers Dylan Cease and Michael King, with New York being more likely to acquire the latter.Both arms would be great fits for New York,

Right / Right 2025 opening day age: 29 Height / Weight: 6-foot-3 / 210 pounds How acquired: Via trade with the New York Yankees in December 2023 Contract status: In his final year of arbitration eligibility,

It’s hard to fathom why an MLB team with a payroll pushing $200 million needs to shed salary to stay competitive, but the San Diego Padres are once again looking to trim their payroll.