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Ryan suggests a four-year, $80 million deal as a realistic baseline, which equates to $20 million per season—roughly what Diaz could command. He notes that Diaz’s departure would be significant for the Mets’ bullpen and overall team competitiveness.
He figures Diaz’s market will be solid, given recent deals for top relievers like Josh Hader ($95 million over five years) and Tanner Scott ($72 million over four), which set a floor for his value. The key is whether Diaz is willing to accept a shorter-term deal with deferred payments, similar to his previous contract.