US EditionAbbey Mastracco: Steve Cohen’s Mets Finally Strike with Big Free-Agency Signing in Bo Bichette
The Mets secured Bo Bichette with a three-year, $126 million contract to strengthen their lineup after losing Kyle Tucker to the Dodgers, undercutting Phillies' pursuit.
- On Jan. 16, 2026, the New York Mets agreed to a three-year, $126 million deal with former Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette, less than 24 hours after losing outfielder Kyle Tucker.
- Philadelphia Phillies had reportedly agreed to Bichette's terms after The Athletic flagged their interest on Jan. 8 and they met Bichette virtually on Jan. 12, USA TODAY's Bob Nightengale reported on Jan. 15.
- Needing a right-handed bat after losing Pete Alonso, the Mets will play Bichette at third base alongside Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto to strengthen the lineup.
- Bichette's decision undercuts Philadelphia, leaving the Phillies scrambling as the move strengthens the Mets' lineup with their +1700 World Series odds on DraftKings.
- With a higher average annual value, the Mets outbid Philadelphia with an offer more than $13 million greater, leaving Cody Bellinger and Framber Valdez as top remaining free-agent targets.
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The SaratogianAbbey Mastracco: Steve Cohen’s Mets finally strike with big free agency signing in Bo Bichette
Every winter, it seems as though the Mets make offers to elite free agents, only for them to go to the Los Angeles Dodgers instead. It was beginning to feel a bit like a humiliation ritual until Friday, when the Mets signed infielder Bo Bichette, reportedly right before he was ready to sign with the rival Philadelphia Phillies. Finally, someone took Steve Cohen’s money. At this rate, FIFA will need to put a plan in place to prevent the world’s t…
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Abbey Mastracco: Steve Cohen’s Mets finally strike with big free-agency signing in Bo Bichette
NEW YORK — Every winter, it seems as though the Mets make offers to elite free agents, only for them to go to the Los Angeles Dodgers instead. It was beginning to feel a bit like a humiliation ritual until…
Steve Cohen’s Mets finally strike with big free agency signing in Bo Bichette
Every winter, it seems as though the Mets make offers to elite free agents, only for them to go to the Los Angeles Dodgers instead. It was beginning to feel a bit like a humiliation ritual until Friday, when the Mets signed infielder Bo Bichette, reportedly right before he was ready to sign with the rival Philadelphia Phillies. Finally, someone took Steve Cohen’s money. At this rate, FIFA will need to put a plan in place to prevent the world’s t…
Mets stole Bo Bichette from the Phillies after they reportedly offered $200M deal
The benefits of the Mets’ Bo Bichette signing are twofold. Not only are they adding a two-time All-Star to their lineup, but the Amazin’s seemingly stole him right from under the hands of a bitter division rival, the Phillies.
Bo Bichette, Mets agree to $126 million, three-year contract, AP source says
NEW YORK — Bo Bichette and the Mets agreed Friday to a $126 million, three-year contract, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the deal was subject to a successful physical and had not been announced. A two-time All-Star shortstop with the Toronto Blue Jays, Bichette will move to third base with the Mets, who have Francisco Lindor at shortstop. Bichette ha…
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