Sep 26, 2023; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) reacts after being called out on strikes against the New York Yankees during the first inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

Mets' Vladimir Guerrero Jr. pursuit seems unlikely for these 3 reasons

Originally posted on New York Mets on SI | By Grant Young | Last updated Feb 25, 2025 9:00 AM ET

In a February 19 article, MLB.com insider Mark Feinsand gave New York Mets fans a lot of optimism when discussing their chances of acquiring Toronto Blue Jays slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in free agency next offseason.

"If there is one thing we have learned, it’s that the Mets are going to be in play for any free agent that piques their interest," Feinsand wrote. "With Alonso potentially opting out of his contract after this season, there could be an opening at first, where Vladdy would pair nicely in the lineup with Juan Soto."

He later added, "To me, it’s shaping up to be a two-horse race for his services. The big question will be how much either of those teams -- or any other club, for that matter -- will be willing to pay."

In a Vlad Jr. free agency frenzy, who are the likely suitors and frontrunners? I discuss with ⁦@KeeganMatheson⁩ ⁦@AnthonyDiComo⁩ & ⁦@BryanHoch⁩ https://t.co/eP1yaw2PmI
— Mark Feinsand (@Feinsand) February 19, 2025

However, it doesn't seem that everyone is so bullish on New York's chances of landing Guerrero Jr. after the 2025 season ends. In a February 24 article, The Athletic MLB writer Tim Britton conveyed three reasons why he doesn't think Guerrero Jr. will be coming to Queens.

The first of these reasons was, "In Juan Soto, the Mets signed a similar player who’s more valuable in almost every way than Guerrero."

This article first appeared on New York Mets on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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