Last offseason was a dream for New York Mets fans. They were able to retain Pete Alonso while bringing in Juan Soto as the newest centerpiece. However, that did not lead to a postseason berth. They finished the regular season with an 83-79 record, just missing a spot in the Wild Card.

If it's closer to the Tigers' number, a trade might be more likely since Skubal wouldn't be on the books for much. But if Skubal gets his $32 million, then the Tigers might not have as strong an interest from some cash-strapped clubs.

Stay up to date with the MLB free agent market this offseason, including player signings, contract details, and team fits as the 2025-26 Hot Stove heats up.

The Boston Red Sox have reportedly learned positive news amid a fierce competition for Alex Bregman with several MLB organizations.