turn their attention to improving the OF and the catcher position?

Surely the combined brain power of these 5 esteemed individuals should be capable of improving the team.

It was smart to wait until they knew the Wright situation.

If Wright didn't re-sign, the Mets likely would have looked to be sellers and make the team younger. Now that he's here long-term, the Mets will be looking to surround him with talent.

We don't know how much groundwork has been laid concerning trades and FA signings. I guess will get a clue next week.