Mets general manager David Stearns scouts Japanese infielder Teruaki Sato
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 5, 2026, 12:45 AM
Last updated Sep 5, 2026
New York Mets general manager David Stearns traveled to Japan to personally evaluate Hanshin Tigers infielder Teruaki Sato. The team is considering the 27-year-old as a potential replacement for the power hitting of Pete Alonso in the upcoming offseason. While Sato primarily plays third base, the Mets current roster includes Bo Bichette at that position, making a potential move to first base the most likely outcome for the slugger. Sato, the 2025 Central League MVP, recently hit 40 home runs in a single season. The Mets face significant competition for his services from several other major market MLB clubs. The player is expected to be posted for MLB teams to pursue during the 2026-27 offseason.
- •David Stearns personally scouted Teruaki Sato during a game between Hanshin and Yakult.
- •Sato hit 40 home runs and recorded 102 RBIs during his 2025 MVP season.
- •The Mets are currently fielding Bo Bichette at third base.
- •New York joins the Yankees, Dodgers, and Phillies as teams interested in the infielder.
- •Sato is expected to be available for MLB teams via the posting system this offseason.
- 12:45 AMYahoo Sports — Stearns Goes All-In: Why NPB Superstar Teruaki Sato Is the Mets’ Ultimate Alonso Replacement
"New York Mets management, particularly general manager David Stearns, understands the need to fill the void. While the offseason isn’t due for a few more weeks, the team needs to replace a semblance of Pete Alonso‘s production. Granted, Japanese slugger Teruaki Sato provides the power that the team sorely lacked at the cold corner.According to […] The post Stearns Goes All-In: Why NPB Superstar Teruaki Sato Is the Mets’ Ultimate Alonso Replacement appeared first on HEAVY.
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