Mets favored to sign Tarik Skubal during MLB offseason
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 8:55 PM
Last updated Nov 2, 2026
The New York Mets are positioned as the leading candidate to sign pitcher Tarik Skubal as the MLB offseason approaches. ESPN's Jorge Castillo highlighted two primary factors contributing to this likelihood: the team's urgent need for a top-tier starter and their capacity to invest heavily in marquee talent. With a potential contract exceeding $400 million, the Mets stand out among teams that may hesitate to meet such demands. Other clubs like the Philadelphia Phillies and New York Yankees have established rotations and may not pursue Skubal as aggressively.
- •Mets identified as favorites to sign Tarik Skubal this offseason
- •Skubal's contract could exceed $400 million
- •Mets prioritize starting rotation upgrades
- •Other teams have strong rotations and less need for Skubal
- •MLB offseason becomes active ahead of possible lockout
- 8:55 PMYahoo Sports — 2 reasons why Mets are considered 'the favorite' to sign Tarik Skubal
"There are two simple reasons why the Mets are the favorites for Tarik Skubal.
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