The New York Mets roster could look a whole lot different in 2026. After missing out on the postseason this year, the front office is set to make some changes and fill some holes.
They are also in danger of losing some key contributors over the winter. Pete Alonso opted out of his contract to test free agency, and Edwin Diaz could do the same, as he also has a player option for the 2026 season.
You can almost guarantee the Mets will be looking to acquire some of the top free agents on the open market. However, they are also expected to see what they can get from the trade market over the next few months.
Mets urged to trade Brandon Nimmo this offseason, per insider
One player who has played a part in the team's success over the years has been Brandon Nimmo. He is coming off an exceptional season this year, where he played in 155 games, hitting a career-high 25 home runs and 92 runs batted in.
His success this year could be something that other teams are searching for. During Wednesday's livestream with Bleacher Report, insider Jon Heyman urged the Mets to trade Nimmo.
"You could trade Nimmo, who's pretty average defensively in left field, outstanding in the clubhouse, great hitter. But I could see [him getting traded]. His contract is tradeable."
Nimmo still has five years left of his eight-year, $162 million contract that he signed in December of 2022. With another team needing to commit to his AAV of $20.25 million, Heyman does not see that as being unreasonable, and the Mets could get a solid return.