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Not all linked players make sense for the Mets. Passan does not include Sandy Alcántara or Edward Cabrera due to division overlap and high costs, which makes sense given the Mets’ need for pitching but also their desire to avoid helping division rivals. Similarly, players like Yandy Diaz and Wilson Contreras aren’t among the prime trade targets unless circumstances change, such as the Mets not re-signing Pete Alonso.
Breaking Down the Top Trade Options for Starting Pitchers
The trade market for starters features several chiefs—most notably Freddy Peralta, Joe Ryan, and Pablo Lopez—each with different profiles and trade considerations: