Mets Expected to Trade Around Six Players Before Deadline

As the trade deadline approaches, speculation swirls around the New York Mets and their roster decisions. Ken Rosenthal recently estimated that the Mets could trade ‘around six’ players, a sentiment he reiterated this morning as the clock ticks down to the deadline.

Rosenthal noted, “I recorded a video last week saying the over-under for the Mets was six trades. They easily could make more than that if they dug deeper into their roster. I don’t anticipate that happening, but imagine if they traded all of their players on expiring contracts, one of their catchers AND Francisco Lindor. Yikes.” While the prospect of such a dramatic overhaul has fans buzzing, the team has made it clear that some players, like Lindor, are off-limits for now.

According to Bob Nightengale, who is often viewed with skepticism, the Mets are communicating to other teams that Lindor is not available at this time. The idea of trading Lindor has been more speculative than grounded in solid reporting, especially as the Mets look to build a competitive team for the future.

With A.J. Minter already off the table, the Mets are likely to focus on players with expiring contracts, starting with left-handed reliever Brooks Raley. Other names being tossed around include starter Freddy Peralta and outfielders Luis Robert Jr. and Tyrone Taylor, all of whom are also nearing the end of their contracts.

The decision to trade additional players will hinge on several factors. The Mets must consider whether Huascar Brazobán’s current perceived value will hold, and if they are willing to risk future free agent relations by trading their newly extended backup catcher, Luis Torrens, or their closer, Devin Williams, who is under contract for two more seasons. The potential market for Luke Weaver and the future of Clay Holmes, who could be traded if an extension can’t be reached, will also play a crucial role in the Mets’ strategy.

As the deadline looms, the Mets are in for a busy 50 hours, with roster decisions that could reshape the team for years to come.

Note: This recap is an independently written summary based on publicly available reporting.