REPORT: Mets Looking at $120-140 Million Deal for Kyle Tucker | Will He Sign a Three-Year Deal?

New York Mets push for Kyle Tucker with a blockbuster three-year, $120–140 million deal. Could this short-term, high-AAV offer give the Mets an edge over rivals like the Dodgers and Blue Jays—and entice Tucker to opt out for an even bigger payday next year?Ryan Finkelstein breaks down the Mets’ aggressive strategy, exploring contract structures, opt-outs, and the impact of deferrals on luxury tax.  The episode highlights the dynamic between Juan Soto’s megadeal and the front office’s approach to superstar acquisitions. Key topics include Tucker’s potential fit alongside Soto and Francisco Lindor, the ripple effects for Mets prospects, and the high-stakes race to reshape the lineup before Opening Day.  With Tucker’s market heating up, will the Mets seal the deal and revitalize fan optimism, or see their rivals steal the spotlight?Don’t miss this critical analysis of New York Mets’ free agency maneuvers.Everydayer Club  If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub  JOIN THE LOCKED ON METS INSIDER COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonmets Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rocket MoneyLet Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at http://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDONFanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Every Friday night, before the games tip off, FanDuel gives fans a new way to kick off the weekend with NBA Happy Hour. Check the FanDuel app and see what’s dropping during NBA Happy Hour — every Friday from 6 to 7:30 PM Eastern. FanDuel — the Official Sportsbook Partner of the NBA.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.