MLB Rumors: Mets Linked To Three Players in Free Agency

The New York Mets have managed to stay in the playoff hunt despite glaring issues in center field. 

With Cedric Mullins slumping and Jose Siri still finding his legs after a long injury absence, Fansided’s Jake Elman believes New York can’t afford to stand pat this winter. He linked the Mets to three potential free-agent targets: Trent Grisham, Harrison Bader, and Rob Refsnyder.

Trent Grisham has definitely put the Hall of Pretty Good voting committee on notice this season. pic.twitter.com/khUbuBoglB

— MLB Hall of Pretty Good (@hallofgoodpod) September 9, 2025

Grisham, Bader Headline Targets

Grisham is in the middle of a career year with the New York Yankees, blasting 30 home runs while providing Gold Glove-caliber defense in center. Elman sees him as the most logical fit, allowing Brandon Nimmo to stay in left and Juan Soto to avoid a risky move to center. 

Bader, currently thriving with the Philadelphia Phillies, is another intriguing option. His mix of strong defense and a resurgent bat could make him a short-term solution on a one-year deal.

Harrison Bader with three more hits tonight and knocked in two more runs.
He is batting over 320 with 12 extra base hits, 13 RBIs in 33 games since joining the Phillies.

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— John Clark (@JClarkNBCS) September 10, 2025

Refsnyder a Depth Option

For a more affordable piece, Elman mentioned Boston Red Sox veteran Rob Refsnyder. While not an everyday star, the 34-year-old has been productive in limited duty and could provide steady at-bats while giving the Mets flexibility to pursue bigger-ticket names or even explore international options like Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami.

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