Mets face challenges as Clay Holmes trade value declines

The New York Mets are contending with ongoing injury issues, sidelining pitcher Clay Holmes since mid-May after he was struck by a line drive. Holmes, currently recovering from a fractured right fibula, is expected to return later this season, but his trade value appears diminished. Reports suggest the Mets might have to settle for less than anticipated when trading him, given the circumstances. With the team's performance below expectations, they are likely to adopt a selling strategy ahead of the trade deadline, and Holmes stands as a potential candidate for relocation, despite his non-free agent status until 2027.

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