It’s been a little touch-and-go since Jacob deGrom opted out of his Mets contract after the World Series. However, signs are pointing to the Amazins potentially having an advantage in retaining their homegrown ace.
We’ve seen reports that New York’s front office believes deGrom would prefer a return to the Mets if his contract offers are similar. The Mets’ biggest competitor in this situation — the Texas Rangers — may also be focusing on other pitching upgrades.
The offseason is still young, but it seems like the right-hander’s market may not be as robust as his representation thought it’d be.