When Jacob deGrom signed with the Texas Rangers, Mets fans were, understandably, disappointed. Not only was deGrom, when healthy, among the best pitchers of his generation, but a home grown star who it seemed nearly impossible to imagine in another team’s uniform. It seemed like there were very few options on the free agent market that could theoretically come close to replacing what deGrom offered the Mets on the field.
Thankfully, they signed the one who has not only the best chance at matching deGrom in 2023, but possibly exceeding his success as well.