3 NY Mets to trade with season hanging in the balance
By Kristen Wong
Mets trade candidate No. 1: Eduardo Escobar
During the Mets’ pursuit of Carlos Correa, Eduardo Escobar’s name was thrown out as a potential trade candidate. Despite being a veteran with a proven track record, Escobar yet again lands on this list as a shoppable piece, more so now that young talents like Brett Baty and Mark Vientos are primed to take his position.
Escobar put together a strong first season in New York and proved to be a versatile switch-hitter who could play at both second and third base. He has a 2024 club option for $9 million, a very team-friendly deal.
Yet New York has to keep its future in mind, one that should put Baty and Vientos front and center rather than Escobar.
The 32-year-old will be a desirable piece for a number of MLB teams in search of veteran offensive help, and the Mets should be able to boost their own offense in return, perhaps at the designated hitter position.
With Pete Alonso placed on IL, New York could use another power-hitter as well; alternatively, New York also needs starting pitcher reinforcements and could find a young ace to help the team beyond this season.
The possibilities are endless if the Mets put Escobar on the trading block. With the way their 2023 season is going, making a risky move like that just may be worth it.
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