The New York Mets could emerge as a sleeper team to trade for San Diego Padres ace Dylan Cease this offseason.

The Pete Alonso era in New York has likely come to an end. According to Joel Sherman and Dan Martin of the New York Post, the Mets gave Alonso a three-year offer with opt-outs and a total of roughly $68 million, but the offer was rejected.

The New York Mets made the biggest move of the offseason when they signed Juan Soto. The move has completely changed the makeup of their team and could lead to the Mets moving on from some players.

After signing the biggest deal in baseball history this offseason, New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto is projected to join an elite group in baseball history in 2025. Per Sarah Langs of MLB.com: Juan Soto is projected for 137 walks per ZiPS that’d be his 5th season with 120+ walks most career seasons with 120+ walks: Barry Bonds: 11 Babe Ruth: 10 Ted Williams: 8 Eddie Yost: 8 Juan Soto: 4 Soto signed a 15-year deal worth $765 million which could tether him to the Mets for the rest of his career.

Japanese superstar Roki Sasaki began turning teams down on Monday, and the New York Mets were one of the first on the chopping block. According to Joel Sherman of the New York Post, the Mets have officially been told Sasaki won't be signing with them this season.

The sweepstakes for 23-year-old Japanese flamethrower Roki Sasaki could be nearing its conclusion. Sasaki, whose representation said he was open to playing for all 30 teams, is now reportedly down to two franchises as he nears a decision.

The New York Mets have been actively seeking additional bullpen pieces over the past few weeks, and have been linked to several top-tier relievers. One player

If the San Diego Padres fall short on Roki Sasaki and decide to blow it up, here are a few logical Dylan Cease trade landing spots.

Amid the rumors of a trade with the Mets, the Padres and Luis Arraez have agreed to a $14M contract, avoiding arbitration.

The Padres are finalists for Roki Sasaki and they should follow up with these free agents this offseason amid ownership concerns.

MLB free agency is cruising right along, with many of the big names, including Juan Soto, off the board. But some impact players are still available, and the trade market has been active. Here's a quick look at where things stand so far this offseason: Roki Sasaki,