A.J. Minter reflects on Mets struggles as trade deadline approaches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 12:44 PM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026
Mets reliever A.J. Minter expressed regret over his performance this season as the MLB trade deadline nears. Minter feels he has not contributed enough, citing injuries and the team’s poor record, currently 16 games under.500 and 10 games back in the Wild Card race. With the trade deadline set for August 3, Minter acknowledges the likelihood of being dealt before then. He aims to pitch well in hopes of helping the Mets secure valuable prospects in return.
- •Minter signed with the Mets expecting postseason competition.
- •Mets are currently 10 games out of a Wild Card spot.
- •Minter has a 1.80 ERA in 20 innings this season.
- •Trade deadline is August 3, with Minter likely to be moved.
- 12:44 PMYahoo Sports — A.J. Minter has heartfelt message for Mets as trade deadline looms
"Mets reliever A.J. Minter knows he's likely to be dealt at the trade deadline coming up and he wishes this year would've gone differently.
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