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Grading Mets Pivot To Bo Bichette + Introducing Our Dodgers California Post Writers!

January 21, 2026·1 hr 6 min·3 clips
They're willing to do the things they were willing to do for Bichette and Tucker to land Bichette, but not for Diaz.
Baseball analysis by NY Post reporters Joel Sherman and John Hayden assessing Mets' offseason construction. Mets pursued Kyle Tucker ($420M offer) but lost to Dodgers ($424M with deferrals). Pivot strategy: acquire Bo Bichette (infielder) and Luis Robert Jr. (center fielder/defender). Sherman notes Diaz free agency as 'mistake of offseason'—Mets refused 4th-year extension, now $220M less available. Tucker deal criticized: 50% more than Aaron Judge, $60M for 5th outfielder equivalent. Robert ($22M, 1-year gamble) praised over Diaz refusal—brings defense, speed, lefty hitting; no longer star in NY (vs. Chicago burden). Rotation concerns: Senga health uncertain, Peterson unproven, need top-3 starter (Peralta, Scherzer, or Framber). Bullpen thin despite Devin Williams. Bellinger as final piece decision point: versatility (multiple positions), defense, clubhouse fit. Sherman emphasizes incomplete offseason—pitching moves critical for final grade. Discussion highlights organizational decision-making: smart (avoiding Tucker's premium price, Robert's defensive value) vs. error (Diaz extension refusal).

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