New York Mets Embrace Rebuilding, Set to Sell at Trade Deadline
Amidst a disappointing season, the New York Mets have to get ready for a major reconstruction as they become sellers at the upcoming trade deadline. With a record of 42-49, and eight games behind the final Wild Card spot, the Mets have to come to terms with the reality that their postseason goals are gone. Reflecting on this, the organization has shifted its focus on rebuilding the team for the future.
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General Manager Billy Eppler recently expressed that the team is willing to explore the different possibilities and options to enhance the team in the future. Although there was some speculation about potential prospects, it can be seen that the Mets will start to prioritize offloading players and assets instead.
Billy Eppler not ruling out Mets being sellers at deadline: ‘Open to any opportunity’ https://t.co/rsFScQbD4H pic.twitter.com/YWCxU0czpB
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Trade talks have already begun with David Robertson and outfielder Mark Canha being mentioned as possible candidates for the team. While rival teams expect the Mets to get rid of these players, it is unlikely that others will be included in the sell-off. Outfielder Tommy Pham who has had a good season this year, has a high possibility to be on the trading block.
The Mets are currently seven games under .500 and 19.5 games back in the NL East.@Ken_Rosenthal tells us what we can expect from them as we approach the trade deadline. pic.twitter.com/45NHgJdqtr
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The decision to sell comes from the Mets’ commitment to rebuild their roster and set the stage for their long-term success. By trading productive players whose contracts are expiring, they have to try and acquire valuable assets that can contribute to their future. The teams’ acknowledgement of their team right now is a good sign that they will be able to revitalize their brand. The first steps of reconstruction is recognition after all.
As the trade deadline gets closer, all eyes will be on the Mets to see how they can reshape their roster. Fans and analysts will be waiting to see which players will get removed and which players will step in. The next few weeks will be a pivotal period for the New York Mets as they strive to lay a solid foundation for a more successful team in the coming years.