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Mets’ Potential Tarik Skubal Pursuit Could Come Down to One Factor Money Can’t Solve

The Mets’ season is over, and the Dodgers might be following soon, with them trailing Milwaukee 2-0 in the NLCS. That means Tarik Skubal is going to hit free agency for 2027, and according to MLB insider Chelsea Janes, the…

By Karthik Sri Hari KC · Essentially Sports

Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 2:53 AM

Key Things to Know

The Mets' pursuit of free-agent ace Tarik Skubal could hinge on contract length rather than total money offered.
Skubal is expected to seek a permanent free-agent deal around 10 years and $500 million.
President of baseball operations David Stearns has historically favored shorter contracts to limit long-term pitching risks.

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The New York Mets could pursue pending free-agent left-hander Tarik Skubal this offseason, but contract length and injury history may complicate a deal. President of baseball operations David Stearns typically avoids lengthy pitching commitments, which could clash with Skubal's expected pursuit of a 10-year contract.

While owner Steve Cohen possesses the financial capability to offer a lucrative deal, Skubal underwent elbow surgery during the 2026 season. The Mets are prioritizing starting pitching after their rotation posted a 4.47 ERA, and agent Scott Boras is expected to involve the team in negotiations.

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