The New York Mets are reportedly targeting former Toronto Blue Jays ace to finalize their offseason, following blockbuster additions of Bo Bichette and Freddy Peralta.

With the Mets seemingly out of the Framber Valdez running, the Orioles may now be the franchise most likely to sign the left-hander.

The Yankees have stated their priority is re-signing Bellinger this offseason and they have a five-year offer on the table. #Yankees have made an internal decision not to engage in a bidding war for Cody Bellinger if #Mets or anyone else swoops in with a blow-away offer.

The Phillies received a fresh update on Harrison Bader’s free agency as the New York Mets and St. Louis Cardinals circle, raising questions about a potential reunion in Philadelphia.

The New York Mets have been talked about constantly in the MLB rumor mill over the last couple of weeks.Last week, all of the rumors had to do with the team’s pursuit of superstar free agent outfielder Kyle Tucker.

The hot stove has finally begun to heat up. Within the last week Bo Bichette ( Mets ), Alex Bregman ( Cubs ), Ranger Suárez ( Red Sox ), Kyle Tucker ( Dodgers ), and others signed. Nolan Arenado ( Diamondbacks) was finally traded as well. There are still more than a few top free agents available, however. Here now are Saturday's hot stove rumors.

The Philadelphia Phillies weren't thrilled to learn that Bo Bichette spurned their offer to sign a three-year, $126 million deal with the New York Mets (which includes two opt-outs).