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“Too Lazy to Build…”- Reports of New York Mets’ Next Prime Interest Creates Furore Among MLB Fans

Published 12/14/2022, 10:54 AM EST

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The New York Mets is one MLB franchise grabbing the limelight neck and shoulders above everyone else, recently. They have almost let the MLB fraternity know about their feeling of anguish at the shocking postseason exit. Therefore, as a precautionary move to counter any such upset for the next season, the Mets are bolstering themselves.

Spending heavily and acquiring superstar players, alleged reports of the Mets’ next prime target have made the MLB fans furious.

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The Mets already made the MLB world go wonder-struck after reports of an estimated $421 million payroll for next season. Billionaire owner Steve Cohen has been utilizing his financial prowess to perfection. In a string of high-profile acquisitions, the Mets are reportedly aiming to sign up free-agent Carlos Correa. The news has come at a time when the Mets are adding one sharp string after another to their bow.

What do the fans think about the New York Mets’ next potential move? 

The rumored reports about the Mets’ interest in Carlos Correa have been making the rounds. Notably, Correa suddenly dropped out of his Minnesota Twins contract this year. The two-time All-Star player made his MLB debut with the Houston Astros in 2015. Making vital contributions to the Astros’ World Series victory in 2017, Correa created a reputation as a marquee player.

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MLB insider Ken Rosenthal shared the news on his official Twitter account, quoting, “Mets showing interest in Carlos Correa.” 

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One fan replied to the report, quoting, “Too lazy to build a good organization, so let’s try to buy one.”  

A few more reactions: 

 

Therefore, the people have expressed their respective opinions on the report.

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Nonetheless, cutting through the rumors, Correa has finally signed up with the San Francisco Giants. 

Carlos Correa has chosen his MLB future!

According to the latest confirmed reports, Correa has agreed on a $350 million 13-year term contract with the Giants. Thus finally putting the Mets’ inquiry to rest. Moreover, now he also won’t have to shift to fielding at third base. Speaking about his decision to the New York Post, Correa said, “So if you really want something, you just go get it.” 

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Do you believe Carlos Correa will have an equally impactful future with the Giants? Or would he have been better off with the Mets? Please leave your comments below.

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Madhurjya Bhuyan

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Madhurjya Bhuyan is an MLB author at EssentiallySports. He has a Bachelor's and Master's Degree in English Literature from Gauhati University and IGNOU, respectively, and also possesses prior professional experience as a content developer. Being a performance artist since childhood, Madhurjya has always aimed to contribute towards creativity in any possible manner, and writing only boosts that desire.
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Abhishek Kumar