Expectations were sky-high with the New York Mets after signing Juan Soto to a 15-year, $765 million contract last winter. But the mood of the fanbase is rather somber now after losing a few of their best performers in this offseason. Brandon Nimmo was traded out of the team last month. This week, Edwin Diaz joined the Los Angeles Dodgers on a three-year, $69 million deal. Pete Alonso signed for the Baltimore Orioles for a five-year, $155 million contract a day later.

According to MLB insider Jon Heyman, the Mets will have to make a blockbuster acquisition, such as Tarik Skubal, to lift the spirits of the fans. Heyman believes that signing the two-time American League Cy Young winner can help alleviate some disappointment, although it is not necessarily the move the club needs to ma

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