The New York Mets are closing in on an agreement to hire former Minnesota Twins executive Derek Falvey for a key front office position. As the franchise prepares for the offseason, owner Steve Cohen confirmed plans to expand baseball operations leadership to support head of baseball operations David Stearns.
Derek Falvey Set to Join New York Front Office
The New York Mets are finalising a deal to bring Derek Falvey into a front office role, adding experienced leadership to the executive ranks. News of the impending addition emerged after initial speculation from Michael Marino and subsequent reporting by Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon of The Athletic, with SNY MLB Insider Chelsea Janes confirming that the two sides are close to an agreement.
Falvey, 43, brings an extensive scouting and executive background to New York. He most recently served as the executive vice president and chief baseball officer for the Minnesota Twins, a post he held from 2017 until January 2026 when the organization mutually parted ways with the executive following an unexpected departure from his dual role under executive chair Tom Pohlad.
Reuniting With David Stearns After Cleveland Years
The move marks a professional reunion for Falvey and Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns. The pair previously worked together in the Cleveland front office, serving as co-directors of baseball operations starting in 2011 during a stretch where Falvey worked with the organization from 2008 to 2016 before Falvey took over leadership in Minnesota.
While Falvey’s exact official title remains to be finalized, reporting indicates he will command a significant role
in shaping team decisions. His arrival provides Stearns with a trusted, familiar collaborator who understands major league personnel evaluation at the highest level.
Steve Cohen Outlines Strategy for Expanded Leadership
Speaking publicly during an SNY broadcast booth appearance, Mets owner Steve Cohen laid out the philosophy driving the front office expansion. Rather than seeking a direct replacement for a traditional general manager slot, Cohen emphasized the value of bringing in diverse, experienced perspectives to assist leadership.
Cohen elaborated on the structure during subsequent discussions with reporters, noting that the organization aims to secure seasoned evaluators. It doesn’t have to be a GM,
Cohen explained, pointing out that additional support could come via other ways to support David and the front office.
Evaluating the Twins Tenure and Organizational Background
Falvey’s tenure in Minnesota featured notable highs, including a 101-win campaign in 2019 that marked the franchise’s first triple-digit victory season since 1965, alongside four postseason appearances. However, the executive’s departure followed a turbulent stretch that included a front office restructuring after general manager Thad Levine stepped down following the 2024 season.
Minnesota finished fourth in the American League Central in each of the last two seasons, and while the club added pitching reinforcement at the 2025 trade deadline by acquiring relievers Jeff Hoffman and A.J. Minter alongside starter Dean Kremer, the team ultimately slipped out of a crowded postseason race after struggling through an August slump.
Offseason Focus for a Resurgent Mets Roster
The incoming executive joins a New York club that finished the regular season playing strong baseball, maintaining a record above .500 since the beginning of August. Boosted by a healthier lineup and standout performances from rookies Carson Benge and A.J. Ewing—who project as long-term fixtures—the Mets’ late-season surge sets an encouraging baseline for the upcoming winter.
With Falvey stepping into his new role, the organization’s immediate offseason attention will pivot toward clarifying the infield alignment and narrowing down rotation options as Stearns and the restructured front office prepare.