The New York Mets sent shockwaves through baseball when they shipped Brandon Nimmo to the Texas Rangers for Gold Glove second baseman Marcus Semien on November 24. This bold one-for-one swap saved the Mets approximately $30 million while adding a proven clubhouse leader and elite defender to Queens.

President of baseball operations David Stearns has made his priorities crystal clear: run prevention and defensive upgrades are paramount for 2026. However, the Semien acquisition only partially addresses the Mets' glaring roster deficiencies. With Nimmo gone, an outfield vacancy has emerged alongside the team's pre-existing need for a true frontline starter.

The next domino must fall quickly, and it should be an aggressive pursuit of Minnesota Twins All-Star right-hander Joe Ryan.

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