Mets' Pitching Panic: Will Stearns' Cheap Skate Strategy Sink the Ship?

08/12/2025 11 min
Mets' Pitching Panic: Will Stearns' Cheap Skate Strategy Sink the Ship?

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Episode Synopsis

BT and Sal dive into the Mets' offseason dilemma as reports circulate that President of Baseball Operations David Stearns is hesitant to commit to long-term, high-dollar contracts for free-agent pitchers. Sal is surprised by the caution, arguing that the Mets "need an ace," but agrees that overpaying for a mid-tier arm is reckless.

The hosts debate the merits of trading for an ace like Tarik Skubal versus signing a power bat like Kyle Schwarber, whose bat Sal believes is a "perfect move." Tierney presents his "perfect Mets offseason"—a four-part plan including trades and free-agent signings—which Sal adjusts to prioritize offense (Alonso/Schwarber) over re-signing closer Edwin Diaz. The segment questions whether Stearns' strategy of prioritizing long-term organizational health will satisfy fans desperate for a "number one" starter now.

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