Francisco Alvarez Projected to Earn $2.4 Million in Mets' 2026 Arbitration

New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez is one of nine players eligible for salary arbitration this offseason. The MLB Trade Rumors algorithm, which factors in playing time, position, role, and performance statistics, projects Alvarez to make $2.4 million in 2026. The Mets' total payroll for 2026 is expected to rise significantly from its current $206 million (assuming Edwin Diaz opts out) once arbitration raises and other contracts are added, with the arbitration-eligible group potentially adding $23.5 million if all are tendered contracts at their projected salaries.