Where the NY Mets should pivot if Adrian Morejon gets a qualifying offer from the Padres

Where the Mets can pivot if the Padres give Adrian Morejon the qualifying offer.

By Pat Ragazzo · Rising Apple

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 3:00 PM

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Pat Ragazzo outlines four bullpen targets for the Mets if Adrian Morejon receives a qualifying offer.
Pursuing Morejon with a qualifying offer attached would cost New York two draft picks and international slot money.
Ragazzo recommends targeting Dodgers free agent Alex Vesia on a multi-year deal as the top priority.

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Pat Ragazzo of Rising Apple examines four free-agent relief pitcher alternatives for the New York Mets if the San Diego Padres issue a $23.15 million qualifying offer to Adrian Morejon. Signing Morejon under a qualifying offer would cost the Mets draft picks and international pool money, making pivots to unrestricted free agents a more practical strategy.

Ragazzo suggests left-hander Alex Vesia as a top target for a multi-year deal, alongside veteran right-handed closer Raisel Iglesias on a short-term contract. The writer also proposes potential reunions on one-year contracts with left-handed relievers Brooks Raley and A.J. Minter to bolster New York's bullpen without draft penalties.

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