To date, sources aware of the situation say the Braves have so far been more aggressive than the Mets when it comes to signing free-agent RHP Zack Wheeler.
It's their contention the Mets are more likely to let Wheeler walk and instead sign a reliable, consistent, veteran starting pitcher to join their rotation.
MLB people I know all expect Wheeler to field multiple offers of five years and $100 million.
If Wheeler will give a hometown discount to stay in Queens and play it safe, I can see him and the Mets finding common ground with, say, a four-year, $70 million deal.