MLB Rumors: Max Scherzer, Mets, Angels, Nationals

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JUNE 13: Max Scherzer #21 of the New York Mets reacts after giving up a solo home run to Giancarlo Stanton of the New York Yankees in the first inning at Citi Field on June 13, 2023 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) /

MLB Rumors: Could Max Scherzer be available at the trade deadline?

Anthony DiComo of MLB.com, citing sources close to the right-hander, reported that New York Mets pitcher Max Scherzer could be open to waiving his no-trade clause if the team’s season continues to go sideways.

Scherzer’s presence on the trade block would singlehandedly change the deadline. The buzz amongst executives is that this deadline could lack any big moves, as there don’t appear to be any stars available ahead of July 31.

“I’m really not sure what’s gonna be big to buy,” said one National League general manager whose team will be buyers at the deadline.

But if the Mets continue to fall in the standings, and are in position to sell, Scherzer could become the premium trade chip once again.

It’s also possible that team owner Steve Cohen could eat some of Scherzer’s salary in a potential trade to maximize any potential trade package, something he did in the recent trade that sent Eduardo Escobar to the Angels.

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