Mets Rumors: 3 St. Louis Cardinals players to target at the trade deadline

Cardinals players the Mets can target at the trade deadline: Tyler O’Neill

First things first, the Cardinals aren’t going to trade Paul Goldschmidt or Nolan Arenado, either of whom could be a real game-changer for the Mets. That’s not to say New York shouldn’t pose the question to find out just how desperate St. Louis might be. It’s just that they’re not likely to be that desperate, so other options have to be identified.

Dylan Carlson could be available in the midst of an unimpressive season in the outfield but Tyler O’Neill is another potential prize considering his 34-home-run season just a couple of years ago.

O’Neill has missed time since May while dealing with a lower back strain. He’s expected to begin rehab soon and could be back on the field just in time to become one of the Cardinals more realistic trade assets.

The injury issues are certainly a concern, but again, the Mets would have to take a few risks by buying low on certain Cardinals players like O’Neill. If his health were to hold up, he could legitimately improve New York’s lineup and outfield options.