Bo Bichette Signs with Mets on 3-Year, $126M Deal, Impacts NL East

Bo Bichette has reportedly signed a 3-year, $126 million free agent deal with the Mets, a move expected to significantly impact the NL East. The Philadelphia Phillies, who had reportedly agreed to a 7-year, $200 million deal, were unable to secure him. Bichette's signing with the Mets, after they missed out on Kyle Tucker, will see him paid $42M in 2026 and playing out of position, with the team incurring penalties.