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Additionally, the landscape of free agents is shifting, with figures like Tanner Scott potentially making significant moves. Reports suggest the New York Mets are eyeing Scott, a pitcher who carries no qualifying offer after being traded mid-season. This flexibility makes him an appealing target for the Mets as they look to bolster their bullpen.
Conversely, discussions around players like Nick Patta—who turned down a qualifying offer—reveal the complexities of navigating deals that involve draft pick compensation. Teams may be cautious in how they approach Patta, especially since any move to acquire him should involve a lengthy contract to justify the cost of forfeiting a draft pick.