"David Stearns better have some kind of backup plan, and it more likely than not should include Cody Bellinger. The New York Mets' president of baseball operations has effectively given himself a clean slate. After taking accountability for a team that had World Series hopes, but instead imploded and missed the postseason altogether, he has parted ways with key foundational figures of the organization."
"Last month, he sent Brandon Nimmo to the Texas Rangers. On Tuesday, star closer Edwin Diaz joined the Los Angeles Dodgers, taking $3 million over the Mets' offer to jump out west. On Wednesday, long-time slugger and star first baseman Pete Alonso got the long-term, big-money deal he wanted with a five-year, $155 million agreement to join the Baltimore Orioles."
David Stearns has cleared significant payroll and roster commitments and now faces multiple roster holes after trading Brandon Nimmo and losing Edwin Diaz and Pete Alonso. Pete Alonso signed a five-year, $155 million deal with the Baltimore Orioles and Edwin Diaz joined the Los Angeles Dodgers for $3 million more than the Mets offered. The Mets retain financial flexibility and can pursue high-impact replacements. Cody Bellinger delivered a career resurgence in 2025 with the Yankees, posting 29 home runs, 98 RBI, a .813 OPS and 5.1 WAR, offering left-handed power and defensive versatility.
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