The Mets' potential interest in Billy Beane has been floating around for a couple weeks, but it hasn't been clear if the interest is mutual. D. Ross Cameron-USA TODAY Sports

Do Mets have a shot at landing ‘Moneyball’ star Billy Beane?

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports | By Grey Papke | Last updated 10/1/21

The New York Mets are expected to aim high when trying to hire a new head of baseball operations, but they might have a real shot with just one big name.

Even though the Mets have been linked to former Red Sox and Cubs GM Theo Epstein and Milwaukee Brewers president David Stearns, both are seen as unlikely to join the organization, according to MLB Network’s Jon Heyman. That leaves Oakland Athletics president Billy Beane, who Heyman says is thought to be “intrigued” by the opportunity.

Billy Beane may be Mets’ best hope of top Baseball Prez targets — and though he’s thought intrigued, he’s no certainty. Folks believe $ conscious A’s may OK move to Mets. Bigger question: Would BB give up comfortable Cali life for 24-hour job? Theo, Stearns seen as unlikely gets,

— Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) October 2, 2021

The Mets’ potential interest in Beane has been floating around for a couple weeks, but it hasn’t been clear if the interest is mutual. It sounds like an opportunity Beane would consider, but it’s definitely not a done deal.

Beane would be ideal for the Mets, who have had to deal with extensive front office turmoil all year. After a terrible end to the year, it would also be a big sign that the organization is moving in the right direction.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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