The New York Mets and Jorge Polanco have agreed to a two-year, $40 million contract, according to ESPN's Jeff Passan and The Athletic’s Will Sammon. He is expected to mainly serve as a first baseman and designated hitter, as long-time Met Pete Alonso recently agreed to a five-year deal with the Baltimore Orioles. Polanco could also play third or second base for New York when needed.
Polanco made his MLB debut with the Twins at the age of 20 in 2014. He remained with Minnesota through the 2023 season before being traded to the Mariners for right-handed pitchers Justin Topa, Anthony DeSclafani and Darren Bowen and highly-regarded outfield prospect Gabriel Gonzalez.