Ripple Effects: How Mets' Justin Verlander deal could impact payroll and roster construction going forwardHaving Verlander's deal on the books instead of Jacob deGrom's is probably better as the Mets look to build a sustainable winner12/6/2022, 7:15 PMDanny AbrianoSenior Editorial ProducerJustin Verlander / USA TODAY Sports/SNY Treated ImageOct 8, 2022; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (20) reacts after hitting a solo home run against the San Diego Padres in the fifth inning during game two of the Wild Card series for the 2022 MLB Playoffs at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports / © Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports