The Mets have been linked to Tigers ace Tarik Skubal in a potential trade scenario as they look to bolster their rotation this offseason

While neither Francisco Lindor nor Fernando Tatis Jr. are part of the talks, the teams are engaging in trade discussions.

Ranking the six best New York Mets trade targets to fill their outfield vacancy.

But, as Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon of The Athletic report, the New York Mets have a $50 million infielder who would be a great fit for the Athletics.

With the Winter Meetings on the horizon, here are six targets that would take the Mets up a level, plus a few Mets who could be in new spots in 2026.

Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal has emerged as one of the hottest trade targets in the offseason as the two-time Cy Young winner is heading into the final year of his contract.

The Mets are surveying the trade market for rotation upgrades and have expressed interest in Twins right-hander Joe Ryan, who remains appealing due to his affordability and remaining club control. Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports that Ryan is one of several trade targets for the Mets.

Another possibility could come via trade, with the Mets reportedly checking in on St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Willson Contreras, per John Denton of MLB.com. Contreras spent nine MLB seasons primarily at catcher before making the switch to first base last year. The three-time All-Star hit .257 with 20 home runs and 80 RBI in 2025.

The New York Mets are expected to revamp their roster in a big way ahead of the 2026 season. Top free agents such as Kyle Tucker, Cody Bellinger, and Alex Bregman have all been linked with the Mets. While New York is undoubtedly negotiating with these ...