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Jacob deGrom, Taijuan Walker Opt Out of Contracts

Two more Mets opted out of their deals and are now free agents.

Pat Ragazzo

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The Mets had two more players opt out of their deals, adding to their already extensive list of free agents.

According to MLBPA, Jacob deGrom and Taijuan Walker have both opted out of their contracts.

DeGrom declined his $30.5 million option, as expected. Per multiple reports, deGrom is said to be happy in New York and wants to re-sign with the Mets.

General manager Billy Eppler had a 1-on-1 conversation with deGrom about his contract status following the Mets' Wild Card elimination loss in October. The Mets also had dialogue with deGrom about his contract during the season.

DeGrom signed a five-year, $137.5 million deal with the Mets prior to the 2019 season. 

As for Walker, he declined a $6 million player option. After going 12-5 with a 3.49 ERA across 157.1 innings, Walker is expected to receive a significant raise in free agency.

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Pat Ragazzo
PAT RAGAZZO

Pat Ragazzo is the reporter, publisher, site manager and executive editor for Sports Illustrated's Mets and Yankees On SI websites. Pat was selected as The Top Reporter & Publisher of the Year 2024 by the International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) for outstanding leadership, dedication, and commitment to the industry. He has been seen on several major TV Network stations including: NBC4, CBS2, FOX5, PIX11 and NY1; and is frequently heard on ESPN New York FM 880 AM and WFAN Sports Radio 101.9 FM as a guest. Pat also serves as the Mets insider for the "Allow Me 2 Be Frank" podcast hosted by Frank "The Tank" Fleming of Barstool Sports. You can follow him on Twitter/X: @ragazzoreport.

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