3 Mets trade targets they should already have an eye on

The New York Mets have some high-quality pieces in place, but it’s imperative for them to add both offensive and pitching depth if a World Series run is the ultimate intention.

If you’ve been reading my New York Mets pieces in recent weeks, then you know two things about my current stance on the organization: Buck Showalter is not a potential World Series-winning manager and Billy Eppler is not the right GM to establish sustained dominance for this club.

But alas! I’m here to help. Since it appears the Mets might need some assistance in their front office, I’m happy to provide some intriguing trade options for fans and execs to chew on.

Let’s dive right in and take a closer look at three interesting (and potentially available) players from the American League.

Mets rumors: 3 trade targets New York should target already

3. Matt Duffy is a versatile veteran with potential value in different areas

Matt Duffy is currently playing for the Kansas City Royals, an enigmatic ballclub that is struggling mightily with a 3-9 record. From my perspective, the easiest players to target via trade are solid veterans on weak teams. Duffy, at 32 years old, fits this mold to a tee.

He’s currently hitting .412 with an impressive 1.000 OPS, and he’s always been known as a savvy ballplayer who provides both calm and versatility. Duffy can play virtually anywhere in the infield, not to mention the fact that he kills left-handed pitching in platoon situations.

The Mets’ depth is currently shallow, so Duffy looks like a potential fit in more ways than one, especially with his ability to plug into virtually any lineup on a given day at a variety of positions.