BREAKING NEWS: Good Move or Gamble? Mets Considering Reunion with Jacob deGrom
The New York Mets may be preparing to roll the dice on a familiar name—Jacob deGrom.
According to multiple reports, the Mets have internally discussed a potential trade to bring deGrom back to Queens. The idea is still in the exploratory phase, but it has sparked heated debate throughout the league.
DeGrom, now with the Texas Rangers, has not pitched since undergoing Tommy John surgery in 2023. He’s expected to return sometime in late 2025. Despite the long road to recovery, the Mets appear willing to consider a reunion with their former ace.
The proposal, if pursued, would be part of a long-term play, not a win-now move. The Mets know deGrom likely won’t contribute immediately. Instead, they view him as a possible anchor for the 2026 rotation.
Mets President of Baseball Operations David Stearns has stayed quiet publicly, but insiders suggest the front office sees the value in bringing back a franchise icon—if the price is right.
DeGrom, 36, spent nine seasons with the Mets. He won two Cy Young Awards, made four All-Star appearances, and became one of the most dominant pitchers in franchise history. His exit to Texas in free agency stung fans and left a void the Mets still haven’t fully replaced.
But is a reunion smart—or sentimental?
The risk is obvious. DeGrom’s health remains a major concern. He has pitched just 30.1 innings since the start of the 2023 season. His contract with the Rangers runs through 2027 and includes over $130 million still owed. That’s a heavy financial burden for a pitcher with back-to-back major injuries.
However, the upside is clear. If deGrom returns healthy, even at 80% of his former self, he could still outperform most arms in baseball. His velocity, control, and presence remain elite when he’s on the mound.
The Rangers, for their part, aren’t actively shopping deGrom. But sources say they are open to creative trade ideas, especially if it helps them address other needs or shed future payroll.
For the Mets, the decision comes down to one question: Is the nostalgia worth the risk?
The fans seem split. Some see deGrom as a legend who belongs back in blue and orange. Others worry that the team might get burned by betting on a body that hasn’t held up.
As trade talks develop league-wide, expect this rumor to gain traction. It’s not every day a franchise considers bringing back its former ace mid-rehab.
A deGrom reunion would be emotional. It could also be brilliant—or backfire completely.
The Mets are thinking big. But are they thinking smart.