Steve Cohen Explains How Mets Pivoted From Kyle Tucker to Bo Bichette at Spring Training

 

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen shared new details about how the team moved from pursuing Kyle Tucker to signing Bo Bichette this offseason. Cohen spoke with reporters at spring training Monday and confirmed the timeline. (Sportsnet.ca)

Cohen said talks with Bichette accelerated after Tucker signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers in mid-January. The Mets had made a strong offer to Tucker, but he chose the Dodgers instead. Cohen admitted he was annoyed by the outcome but quickly shifted focus. (SI)

Within about a day of Tucker’s decision, the Mets and Bichette agreed to terms on a three-year, $126 million contract. The quick turnaround showed how fast negotiations with Bichette’s camp developed. (BVM Sports)

Cohen described the sequence as moving quickly, with interest in Bichette rising as soon as Tucker committed elsewhere. He said the team did not waste time and jumped into discussions to strengthen the roster. (BVM Sports)

The Mets missed the playoffs last season and have been reshaping their lineup. Adding Bichette gives the team a versatile bat and veteran presence in the infield. (BVM Sports)

Cohen’s comments shed light on how front offices react and adapt during free agency, especially when top targets choose rival teams. (BVM Sports)