Before the 2023 season, the Mets reached deep into Steve Cohen’s pockets to add some of the biggest names in the league to their roster with the intention of making a World Series run.

It didn’t work.

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Instead, the Mets became sellers at the deadline and were expected to have a rebuilding year in 2024. That also didn’t turn out exactly as expected.

After reaching the NLCS, Cohen and his front office were able to spend a significant amount of money this season in hopes of going one step further and reaching the World Series next year.

MLB insider Mike Ferrin said on MLB Network Radio this week that star Brewers shortstop Willy Adames could suit up for the Mets, explaining that he could boost their middle infield as a second baseman.

But maybe there’s still a place for the slugger. According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, Adames “is believed willing to consider third base, and Stearns has said Mark Vientos could play first base if necessary.”

Adames, 29, spent his fourth season with Milwaukee this year on a one-year, $8.7 million contract. He hit .251/.331/.462 with 32 home runs and 112 RBI.

While working in the Brewers’ front office, Stearns acquired Adames in a trade with the Tampa Bay Rays in 2021.