Way-Too-Early Mets’ 40-Man Roster Decision Predictions

Robert Colonna analyzes the New York Mets' roster outlook heading into the offseason, forecasting how the club will manage an impending 40-man roster crunch. With injured players Jorge Polanco, Tylor Megill, and Reed Garrett set to return from the 60-day injured list, Colonna outlines 22 established locks, led by stars such as Francisco Lindor, Juan Soto, and Bo Bichette.

Colonna predicts the Mets will protect five prospects from the Rule 5 Draft while cutting non-tender candidates like Mark Vientos and Ronny Mauricio. Ultimately, the writer projects a core group of 35 players surviving the offseason, which would leave president of baseball operations David Stearns five open roster spots to pursue free agents and trades.