MLB Rumors: Update On Mets' Pursuit Of Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

February 13, 2025 ,

The New York Mets were linked to Vladimir Guerrero Jr., having checked in with the Toronto Blue Jays about his availability this offseason. 

At the time, uncertainty surrounding Pete Alonso’s future made Guerrero Jr. a logical trade target, however, Alonso ultimately re-signed on a two-year, $54 million contract with an opt-out after 2025, leaving the Mets' long-term first base situation solved for a short period.. 

With Guerrero Jr. set to test free agency next offseason, he will be one of the top names available, but Mets President of Baseball Operations David Stearns has all but ruled out that possibility.

Speaking on the Pablo Torre Finds Out podcast, Stearns addressed the Mets' financial outlook after signing Juan Soto to a record-setting 15-year, $765 million contract. 

“Regardless of how deep an organization’s pockets are, you can’t do multiple of these,” Stearns said. “In terms of these generational types of contracts, you probably have one shot to shoot.” 

With Guerrero Jr. expected to command more than $500 million in free agency, Stearns' comments strongly suggest the Mets won’t be in position to add another massive contract next offseason, even if Alonso leaves. 

The team has already committed significant payroll to Soto and other key players, and with luxury tax penalties looming, taking on another superstar deal would be a major financial stretch.

Despite the financial hurdles, Guerrero Jr. remains connected to the Mets, at least in speculation. When Soto’s deal was announced, Guerrero Jr. congratulated his fellow Dominican star on Instagram, fueling rumors about a potential future pairing. 

However, unless owner Steve Cohen decides to absorb another major luxury tax hit, it seems increasingly unlikely that Guerrero Jr. will be in Queens in 2026.

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