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MLB rumors: 3 teams that should trade for Rockies shortstop Trevor Story

By Steven Kubitza

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 21: Trevor Story #27 of the Colorado Rockies fields the ball against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park on September 21, 2020 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 21: Trevor Story #27 of the Colorado Rockies fields the ball against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park on September 21, 2020 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images) /
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 03: Pete Alonso #20 of the New York Mets celebrates with his teammates after hitting a two-run walk-off home run during the tenth inning against the New York Yankees at Citi Field on September 03, 2020 in the Queens borough of New York City. The Mets won 9-7. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images) /

1. New York Mets

The Mets should have a whole new philosophy with Steve Cohen as the owner. He has shown up and promised to spend big on this team in order to win. Swinging a deal for Story would be a major move that should get fans excited.

The Mets are in a similar position as the Reds. Both teams are linked to Lindor and the Mets may have the upper hand in terms of shelling out whatever it takes for a new contract upon a deal being made. However, it will all come down to what the Indians are offered in return.

Amed Rosario was the primary shortstop for the Mets in 2020 and posted a negative-WAR season. This came after a 2019 season where he looked like a legitimate everyday option, appearing in 157 games and slashing .287/.323/.432.

But things are much different now in Queens. If the Mets have a chance to land a star, Cohen seems like he will instruct his front office to do so. Story should be a priority just like Lindor and the Mets may like the option of a lesser trade package for the Rockies shortstop.

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Striking out on Lindor and landing Story would signal a shift for the franchise. While one star would be missed out on, another would be ready to walk through the door.

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