2) Kyle Tucker
Exactly where would Kyle Tucker fit into the picture for the Mets? Considering Soto’s defensive reputation, some more frequent stops at the DH spot and more of a revolving door with the offense-exclusive position would be one way to make it happen. Currently represented by Excel Sports Management, Tucker needs to see what has gone on with other Boras Clients and stick with his current representation.
This season will be a change for Tucker who’ll suit up for the Chicago Cubs whose mission should be to “wow” the 28-year-old. He’ll easily be among the most popular free agents next offseason with maybe even more suitors than Guerrero Jr. MLB teams seem far more willing to spend big on corner outfielders than they do first basemen.
Tucker’s deal wouldn’t quite match what Guerrero would get simply due to age. He’s a dream free agent candidate for the New York Yankees who wouldn’t have missed a beat if he was the one they replaced Soto with. Alas, the Cubs are at least a pit stop for him in 2025.
There would be some gluttony if the Mets somehow managed to get him. Guerrero Jr. is a far better match outside of Pete Alonso being around in perpetuity. A similar sentiment could be said about this next free agent whom we’d love to see but it might require another major change at a position for it to happen.