When the New York Mets traded for center fielder José Siri back in November, it was more than just a roster adjustment—it was a clear signal that Harrison Bader’s time in New York had come to an end. The signing of Juan Soto, combined with Jesse Winker’s return and a mix of other capable outfielders, left Bader without a seat at the table.
The Mets have Soto, Winker, Tyrone Taylor, Brandon Nimmo, and Starling Marte—plus some intriguing young prospects—so it’s clear that there is simply no space for the former Gold Glover. For Bader, the writing was on the wall.