The New York Mets have been connected to two stars in the prime of their careers: pitcher Tarik Skubal and center fielder Luis Robert. They did lose the opportunity to sign Robert Suarez for their bullpen, though. Let’s dive into Friday’s news!

Mets eye top SP on the market, debate going ‘all-in’ to acquire him

The Mets’ offseason has become a slow-moving referendum on their biggest flaw: a rotation that fell apart months before the winter even began. Once Dylan Cease landed in Toronto, the urgency became louder, exposing how few true frontline options remained. The Mets have explored alternatives such as Tatsuya Imai, Ranger Suárez, and Framber Valdez, but each choice comes with complications.

Imai has talent but no MLB track record, and betting on an NPB transition is risky for a team

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