Could a former National League Cy Young award contender be the final piece to the Mets’ starting rotation?
According to industry sources, team officials have maintained dialogue with veteran left-hander Gio Gonzalez’s camp, as general manager Brodie Van Wagenen searches for a potential upgrade over Jason Vargas at the rotation’s back end. Adding Gonzalez or another proven starter would allow the Mets to shift Vargas to the bullpen, providing rotation depth.
As it stands, the Mets’ starting pitching depth consists of Corey Oswalt, Hector Santiago and Kyle Dowdy, among others. Jacob deGrom, Zack Wheeler, Noah Syndergaard and Steven Matz are assured spots in the rotation, if healthy.