A New York Mets legend has weighed in on the team's approach to free agent pitchers, drawing a comparison to star athletes LeBron James or Tom Brady sitting out the fourth quarter of a game. The comments come as New York shows interest in Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal, according to a Yahoo Sports report published on October 28, 2026.
The unnamed Mets great suggested that failing to pursue top-tier pitching talent would be akin to benching elite performers in crucial moments. Skubal, a left-handed starter for the Tigers, has emerged as a potential target for New York as they look to bolster their rotation.
