Sources: Mets had preliminary extension talks with Jacob deGrom -- here’s what it meansMets are at least mindful of attempting to head off deGrom’s opt out after 2022 season4/4/2021, 1:54 AMAndy MartinoMLB InsiderJul 24, 2020; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets starting pitcher Jacob deGrom (48) walks off the field during the fifth inning of an opening day game against the Atlanta Braves at Citi Field. The fifth would be his last inning. / Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports