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By Zach Pressnell
Contributing Sports Writer
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The New York Mets came into the offseason needing to make a few huge moves to avoid missing the postseason again next year.
They added Devin Williams early in the winter, but things took an unfortunate turn for them Tuesday when they reportedly lost Edwin Diaz to the Los Angeles Dodgers, according to multiple reports. Diaz has reportedly agreed to a three-year deal with the Dodgers.
As a result, the Mets and other teams are likely going to pivot to other top relievers on the market.
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MLB insider Jon Morosi recently reported the Mets and Toronto Blue Jays were targeting San Diego Padres closer Robert Suarez in free agency. Suarez is projected to sign an $80 million deal in free agency, per Jim Bowden of The Athletic.
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Suarez is the top reliever left on the market after Diaz's reported deal.
The Mets lost Ryan Helsley earlier in the offseason and replaced him with Williams, who could slot in as the team's closer, but the Mets likely want somebody better.
Signing Suarez would be a solid move for the Mets to make. He's not the perfect Diaz replacement, no one is, but it's the best that New York could do at this moment.
The Blue Jays also desperately need to add a closer to their roster. They were reportedly in the mix for Diaz, though it seemed like a long shot. Now, they could fall back on Suarez.
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