New York’s offseason plan is taking shape, but the next move is the one that actually matters. DD

After adding three perennial All-Stars to their roster last week, the New York Mets appear to be finished making major moves this winter.

Jul 30, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns speaks to the media about the MLB trade deadline before a game against the Minnesota Twins at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images | Brad Penner-Imagn Images

During Monday’s episode of the Foul Territory podcast, Fox Sports’ Deesha Thosar suggested that the Mets are unlikely to make any additional splashy additions before spring training.

“Of course there are going to be depth moves,” Thosar said.

“David Stearns loves to say he’s never done adding, so in that sense they’re not done. But in terms of major players, I think they are. Looking at the lineup, it’s a really good-looking group. It’s so different from last year — it’s going to be a completely different clubhouse — and there’s a lot of excitement there.”

A Tale of Two Offseasons

The Mets’ winter has unfolded in two very different phases.

Early in the offseason, New York saw a significant portion of its core from 2025 leave the organization, either via trade or free agency. Those moves frustrated much of the fan base and initially made the direction of the team feel uncertain.

However, over the past few weeks, president of baseball operations David Stearns has dramatically reshaped the roster and restored optimism around the franchise.

In a short span, the Mets:

• Signed Bo Bichette to a three-year, $126 million contract
• Traded for Luis Robert Jr. from the Chicago White Sox
• Acquired Freddy Peralta, an All-Star starting pitcher, from the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for top prospects Jett Williams and Brandon Sproat

Those additions brought a middle-of-the-order bat, elite defense in the outfield, and a legitimate ace to the rotation.

A Necessary Shakeup

The aggressive second half of the offseason stood in stark contrast to the first, which included trading Brandon Nimmo to the Texas Rangers and Jeff McNeil to the Athletics.

The Mets also lost closer Edwin Díaz to the Los Angeles Dodgers in free agency, while longtime first baseman Pete Alonso signed a five-year deal with the Baltimore Orioles.

After falling well short of expectations in 2025, the Mets clearly believed a cultural reset was necessary — even if it meant parting ways with fan favorites who once seemed destined to remain in Queens for their entire careers.

That philosophy has reshaped the tone of the offseason. What once felt bleak now feels purposeful.

Looking Ahead

With their roster largely set, the Mets appear comfortable heading into spring training with the group they’ve assembled. While smaller depth moves may still come, the foundation is in place.

If everything clicks, New York has positioned itself to be a legitimate contender in what promises to be a fiercely competitive NL East in 2026.