With the offseason fast approaching, here’s a look at the important dates and deadlines over the course of the next few months as the Mets look to contend again in 2025.
Rosters and meetings
- The day after the World Series ends: Free agents file
- Five days after the World Series ends: Free agency opens, 60-day injured list reinstatement, deadline for contract options
- November 5-7: GM Meetings in San Antonio
- November 19-21: Owner Meetings in New York
- November 19: Qualifying offer deadline, Rule 5 protection deadline
- November 22: Non-tender deadline
- December 8-12: Winter Meetings in Dallas
- December 10: MLB Draft lottery
- December 11: Rule 5 draft
- January 10: Salary arbitration figures exchange date
- January 15: International signing period opens
Awards
- November 3: Rawlings Gold Glove winner announced
- November 11: BBWAA award finalists announced
- November 12: Louisville Silver Slugger awards announced
- November 14: Hank Aaron Award, Comeback Player of the Year, Relievers of the Year along with All-MLB First and Second teams announced.