Why the Mets' offseason hinges on landing Tarik Skubal

First reported by CBS Sports at Tue 9:42 AM · 6 outlets in all

1. Sports Illustrated2hCan Blue Jays Land Tarik Skubal, Add League's Top Pitcher in Free Agency?Toronto is in the mix for this winter's top free agent and is reportedly meeting with him next week.
2. Yahoo Sports2hDodgers, Mets, Padres, Blue Jays emerge as Tarik Skubal suitors as market for top MLB free agent takes shape“It’s very clear that it’s a dominant and strong Sku-bull market,” agent Scott Boras said, offering one of his signature free-agency puns.
3. NY Post11hBlue Jays emerge as Tarik Skubal suitor as Mets’ competition grows — with mystery teams lurkingThe Mets are seen as among the favorites due to their stated need for an ace and the clear wherewithal.
4. The Athletic(subscription required)15hWhy the Mets' offseason hinges on landing Tarik SkubalSkubal isn't just the best option to fit a need at the top of the Mets rotation. He is the only one.
5. EssentiallySports22hDodgers Lag Behind Another MLB Team in Race to Sign Tarik Skubal; Mets Remain StrongThe market for Tarik Skubal just moved, and the Dodgers are no longer in the driver’s seat. The Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander and two-time American League Cy Young Award winner posted a 2.72 ERA and 0.96 WHIP over 26 starts in 2026. That could earn more than Dodgers right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s $325 million record. Yet
6. CBS Sports34hMLB rumors: Mets to meet with Tarik Skubal, Rangers' Corey Seager plan, plus Blue Jays, Cubs, Red Sox, moreHere are your hot stove rumors as the GM meetings open on Tuesday, Nov. 10