BREAKING NEWS
Mets Make Stunning Trade Moves on the Eve of Deadline
(NEW YORK) – The New York Mets have been making waves today as the MLB trade deadline approaches, announcing a trio of trades that are set to shake up the standings in the National League.
In a shocking move, the Mets have acquired three-time All-Star third baseman Kris Bryant from the San Francisco Giants in exchange for highly-regarded pitching prospect Kumar Rocker. The 29-year-old Bryant is set to join his fourth team in the last three years, but it’s hard to argue with the decision to bring his potent bat to Citi Field.
But that wasn’t all – the Mets also picked up a reliable relief pitcher in Mychal Givens from the Baltimore Orioles, sending former closer Felipe Vazquez to the Chicago Cubs. The move is seen as a cost-effective way for the Mets to bolster their bullpen without breaking the bank.
Lastly, the team has inked a multi-year contract extension with reigning Rookie of the Year outfielder Pete Alonso, a move that will keep him in New York through 2027.
What does this all mean for the Mets going forward? The addition of Bryant gives the team a much-needed jolt at the plate, while Givens and the expected return of Sean Reid-Foley will beef up the bullpen. For Alonso, the extension will ensure that he remains an integral part of the core going forward.
Morning Links
- MLB power rankings: Where do the Mets land after a series of aggressive moves? (ESPN)
- Mets Acquire Kris Bryant, Make Statement With Deadline Deals (MLB.com)
- Mets trading for Kris Bryant is the perfect move in a messy season (SB Nation)
- The latest on the Mets’ rebuild, plus more trade news and MLB notes (Yankee Stadium Insider)
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Mets News and Morning Links – 9/20/2024
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