The New York Mets just had their offseason plans thrown into chaos. On Monday, star closer Edwin Diaz officially opted out of the final two years and $28 million of his contract, according to Mike Puma of the New York Post.

It’s not exactly shocking, but it’s certainly a problem for the Mets. Diaz, now 31, is coming off a dominant season and has every reason to test the market. For a pitcher in his prime with elite stuff and a flawless track record, this is the moment to cash in.

Diaz reminds everyone why he’s elite

You don’t just replace a player like Edwin Diaz. When healthy, he’s one of the most dominant relievers on the planet. His 2025 numbers speak for themselves — a 1.63 ERA across 66.1 innings with 13.3 strikeouts per nine and an 86.1% left-on-base rate. He also generated a 48.4

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