Mets make a bold $50M-a-year push to land Kyle Tucker

The New York Mets reportedly offered Kyle Tucker a $50 million-per-year short-term contract, signaling a bold market push for one of baseball’s top free agents and potentially reshaping the winter landscape. Tucker, 29, is a versatile, Gold Glove-caliber outfielder with speed and solid hitting, drawing interest from multiple teams. He could choose the large immediate payday or pursue a longer-term deal with opt-outs, with his decision likely triggering other offseason moves.