Blue Jays consider trade for Mets' Francisco Lindor amid offseason moves
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 6:56 AM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
The Toronto Blue Jays are looking at Francisco Lindor as a potential trade option from the New York Mets. Mets president David Stearns is seeking ways to improve the team after missing the playoffs for the second consecutive season. Lindor, signed through 2031 and still owed $185 million, has a no-trade clause but may be open to a deal due to familiarity with Jays executives. Meanwhile, discussions about free agency suggest the Mets should avoid targeting top pitcher Tarik Skubal, despite needing an ace.
- •Mets missed playoffs for the second consecutive season.
- •Francisco Lindor is under contract through 2031 with a no-trade clause.
- •Blue Jays may be a favorable trade destination for Lindor.
- •Mets advised against pursuing pitcher Tarik Skubal in free agency.
- •Lindor performed well in the second half of the past season.
- 6:56 AMYahoo Sports — Blue Jays Receive Intriguing Take on Mets’ Francisco Lindor
"The New York Mets and president of baseball operations David Stearns are back at the drawing board after missing the playoffs for the second straight season. Stearns has to find a way to improve the team and get it back to the postseason, and that means making tough decisions. Juan Soto is the face of […] The post Blue Jays Receive Intriguing Take on Mets’ Francisco Lindor appeared first on HEAVY.
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