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Mets Eye First Base Upgrade After Wagaman Exit
12 Nov
Summary
- Mets need to improve roster for 2027 season.
- First base and pitching staff require significant attention.
- Eric Wagaman elected free agency after being outrighted.
The New York Mets are preparing for the 2027 season with a strategic roster overhaul. President of baseball operations David Stearns has identified the pitching staff and first base as key areas needing improvement after a disappointing previous season.
Further complicating the first base situation, infielder Eric Wagaman has elected free agency. This decision followed the Mets' decision to outright him off the 40-man roster approximately one week prior to his transaction log update.
Wagaman's departure creates an opening and reinforces the Mets' potential need to explore external options through free agency or trades. This move allows the team to consider alternatives beyond their current internal prospects at the position.
While the Mets appear confident in their existing infielders like Bo Bichette and Francisco Lindor, Stearns has indicated a strong desire to upgrade at first base. This move could be the most significant infield addition outside of pitching staff enhancements.
