Mets: 5 players who should already be on the trade block

By Drew Koch | Apr 27, 2022

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 17: Dominic Smith #2 of the New York Mets jogs back to the dugout after recording an out during the second inning of the game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Citi Field on April 17, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Dustin Satloff/Getty Images) /

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JUPITER, FLORIDA – MARCH 21: Ronny Mauricio #60 of the New York Mets . (Photo by Mark Brown/Getty Images) /

New York Mets rumors: Ronny Mauricio, shortstop

This one might sting a little, but the return that the New York Mets could receive would be worth the short-term sadness of parting with one of the team’s top prospects. Ronny Mauricio is a fine talent, but he’s blocked at the major league level.

Mauricio is a shortstop, and Mets fans know that Francisco Lindor is staying put for quite some time. While some fans would advocate for Mauricio to change positions, the Mets have yet to do that. Other than being a designated hitter, all of Mauricio’s minor league starts have come at shortstop.

Mauricio could land a big fish. Everyone has seen the Cincinnati Reds selling off pieces left and right. Perhaps a trade package including the Mets top infield prospect could bring back a player like Tyler Mahle or Luis Castillo.

Ronny Mauricio could switch positions and stay in the Mets organization. But he may offer more value to the franchise as a key piece in a potential trade. While it’s tough pill to swallow, Mauricio might be New York’s best trade chip.

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