Donovan Mitchell sent a message on a potential Mets offseason addition.
Key Points:
- Donovan Mitchell is a longtime Mets fan
- Tarik Skubal’s contract situation is being monitored
- Mitchell sent a provocative message on Detroit’s ace
The New York Mets failed to qualify for the 2025 MLB Playoffs, finishing second in the National League East, 13 games behind the first place Philadelphia Phillies.
The Mets’ failures have sparked speculation of a big splash this offseason with the team in need of a shot in the arm headed into next season.
One player who has garnered speculation of a possible move to a bigger market, either next season or the following season, is Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal, who is set to become an unrestricted free agent after the 2026 season should he and his current club not reach a deal by then.
The latest news involving Skubal caught the eye of Cleveland Cavaliers superstar Donovan ‘Spida’ Mitchell, who sent a message on the Tigers ace as speculation ramped up Thursday.
Mitchell Spreads Word on Tigers Ace
Mitchell hails from Elmsford, New York, a village in Westchester County.
He is known for his Mets fandom and various takes on the home state team. The NBA star made a post alerting Mets fans to a report from Jon Heyman of the New York Post about an alleged rift in the Tigers and Skubal in preliminary contract negotiations.
Fans React to Mitchell Message
Fans quickly warmed up to the idea of Skubal in the Big Apple as they shared their reactions.
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“250 million apart is WILD,” another fan wrote.
“Get him on the phone buddy,” another said.
“Would need to trade so much for him,” another added.
“I’ll take that. Let him go to the Mets and lose,” another said.
The Mets’ pitching staff finished 18th in MLB ERA-wise this season, highlighting the need for improvement.
Skubal is almost certain to stay in Detroit for the foreseeable future, but that didn’t stop fans from continuing to dream up scenarios on Thursday.
“Shooters gotta shoot!” another said.
“This man worth 500m,” another added, illuminating speculation that Skubal might end up with a bigger market team at some point.
