4 years agoThe New York Mets have reportedly not made much progress on their extension talks with outfielder Michael Conforto this spring. Conforto is due to become a free agent after the 2021 season and, much like shortstop Francisco Lindor, both the Mets and Conforto have stated they will not negotiate a contract extension after Opening Day. As a result, the Mets need to get the home-grown slugger locked into a multi-year contract in the next two weeks. If they do not, the Mets run the risk of losing Conforto to free agency once the 2021 season concludes. With a great surrounding cast, Conforto can potentially provide fantasy managers with 30 home runs, and 90-100 RBI, to go with a .270 batting average in 2021. As is the case with Lindor, the newly flush Mets now owned by Steve Cohen would be wise to lock Conforto into a long-term deal in advance of a potentially dominant 2021 campaign.--Nick Ritrivi - RotoBaller
Source: Mike Puma on Twitter