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MLB Rumors: Targets for Orioles, Astros plus Mets calculation on Justin Verlander

By Robert Murray

Justin Verlander #35 of the New York Mets throws a pitch during the first inning of the game against the Chicago White Sox at Citi Field on July 19, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Dustin Satloff/Getty Images)
Justin Verlander #35 of the New York Mets throws a pitch during the first inning of the game against the Chicago White Sox at Citi Field on July 19, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Dustin Satloff/Getty Images) /
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Justin Verlander, New York Mets (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) /

MLB Rumors: Could the Mets really trade Justin Verlander?

On Thursday night, Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reported that there was a growing sense among rival executives that the New York Mets could trade star right-hander Justin Verlander.

My sense is that while there is interest in Verlander, that a trade is unlikely. First, he has a full no-trade clause, and he can control where he wants to go. Secondly, he’s signed to a two-year, $86.66 million contract — the highest annual average value for a pitcher in baseball history, and that significantly limits the number of teams that can pursue him.

Perhaps Mets owner Steve Cohen could eat some of that contract to improve the prospect return. Word is, the team has shown a willingness to do that in some deals. But a Verlander trade, at least right now, feels unlikely.

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