Former Mets All-Stars Mike Piazza and John Franco discuss pivotal positions for the team to focus on in the upcoming offseason

The Mets, like all teams, are focused on upgrading this offseason, especially after a lackluster 2023 season.

After a 101-win season, the Mets fell below .500 and missed the playoffs, leading to major changes, including a new manager. With newly appointed David Stearns as the team’s President of Baseball Operations, the pressure is on to elevate the Mets into competitive form for 2024.

Signings like RHP Luis Severino and utilityman Joey Wendle mark the start of the Mets’ offseason moves, but there’s more work to be done, according to Mets legends Mike Piazza and John Franco.

“Pitching and defense are crucial,” Piazza stated. “Anything beyond that relies on the team’s ability to throw the ball, catch it, and get timely hits.”

“Obviously, starting pitching,” Franco said. “Maybe a third baseman. Maybe an everyday second baseman, a corner outfielder. There’s a lot of things that they need.”

The Mets will regain star closer Edwin Diaz after he missed the 2023 season, which could be a game-changer for the team, as Franco explained.

The MLB Winter Meetings are just around the corner, and the Mets have their sights set on potential game-changing acquisitions like Japanese ace Yoshinobu Yamamoto.