Steve Cohen is quickly approaching a billion-dollar spend this offseason, and the Mets’ work isn’t done yet.

The Amazin’s brought back one of their breakout stars of the 2024 season, agreeing to a three-year, $75 million contract with Sean Manaea early Monday morning.

That brings the Mets’ free agent spending to $916.25 million, of which $765 million goes to Juan Soto.

Adding in the additional $40 million Soto could receive if the Mets waive his opt-out clause after the fifth year of the 15-year contract, that number increases to $956.25 million.

The smaller signings of utility man Jared Young and pitcher Justin Hagenman bring the total to $958.25 million.

That number will continue to rise as the Mets still need to finalize their infield plans.

There appears to be a greater likelihood that the team and Pete Alonso will agree to a pact to keep the first baseman in Flushing, as the Yankees have settled on a one-year, $12.5 million contract with Paul Goldschmidt, Christian Walker has signed a three-year contract. With a $60 million contract with the Astros, the Diamondbacks acquired Josh Naylor from the Guardians, who teamed with Carlos Santana to replace Naylor.

An alternative would be to add a third baseman, perhaps Alex Bregman, and put Mark Vientos at first base.

The Mets also think they will look to add more bullpen support and could use a versatile infielder like Jose Iglesias, the team’s “OMG” hero who remains a free agent.

So there is a way for the Mets to repeat what the Dodgers did last year with their billion-plus spent in free agency and reach ten figures this winter.