SHOCKER: Mets Sign Jorge Polanco, Two-Year, $40 Million Deal | Is He Their Pete Alonso Replacement?

New York Mets shake up their roster, signing Jorge Polanco to a $40 million deal as a potential Pete Alonso replacement. Is this the bold move that transforms their infield strategy—or just the start of a bigger overhaul? With Polanco pegged for first base and DH duties, questions loom about Mark Vientos’ future, the possibility of a Padres blockbuster trade, and the fate of Jeff McNeil. Ryan Finkelstein analyzes Polanco’s power, switch-hitting upside, and defensive fit, while dissecting the ripple effects on Luisangel Acuna and Ronny Mauricio. The conversation spotlights the club’s financial decisions, recent bullpen upgrades, and deep farm system. Are the Mets positioning for an aggressive trade with San Diego? Does Polanco open the door for a high-profile move or signal a new core? Get the latest insider baseball analysis on the Mets’ evolving roster and potential paths to contention. 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! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. 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.