Mets pitcher Sean Manaea finally set for free agent payday

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New York Mets starter Sean Manaea, barring unforeseen circumstances will opt out of his contract and hit the free-agent market for the third consecutive winter – putting him in line for a lucrative multi-year contract.

Manaea signed a two-year, $26 million contract in the off-season, but he can opt out of the remaining $13.5 million in 2025, making him a free agent for the third consecutive year.

“I like to think its fun because it’s a new adventure," Manaea told USA TODAY Sports. “I mean, it’s a little nerve-wracking when you’re not with a team most of the offseason, but it’s all part of the adventure.’’

Would he rather have a longer contract without going through short-term deals year after year?

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“I don’t know," Manaea said. “I never had the opportunity for something like that."

This winter, considering his performance, he should have those options.

He has been stellar, going 10-5 with a 3.51 ERA in 26 starts this season, including 149 strikeouts in 143 ⅔ innings.

“He’s been absolutely carving,” Mets All-Star first baseman Pete Alonso said. “He’s been on fire for us.”

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