On March 13, the New York Mets are slated to face off against Luis Severino, who was a key component to their successful 2024 campaign before signing a three-year, $67 million contract with the Athletics in free agency this past offseason.

Luis Severino said he was willing to take less money to stay with the New York Mets before joining the Athletics in free agency last winter. Severino, who joined the Athletics on a three-year, $67 million deal, said he offered to remain with the Mets for two years and $40 million (h/t SNY.)