Mets predicted to engage in fire sale ahead of trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 4:12 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
The New York Mets are likely to pursue a fire sale before the trade deadline, according to Jim Bowden of The Athletic. With a disappointing record of 45-62 this season and significant injuries to key players like Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor, the team considers offloading several assets. Notable potential trade candidates include Francisco Alvarez, Marcus Semien, and Freddy Peralta. Other MLB teams are also preparing for trades, with various players mentioned as available from multiple clubs. The Mets are anticipated to explore trades with numerous players as they look to rebuild their roster this summer.
- •Mets hold a 45-62 record, among worst in MLB.
- •Key players like Soto and Lindor missing time due to injuries.
- •Potential trade targets include Alvarez, Semien, and Peralta.
- •Mets' management likely to listen to offers for multiple players.
- •Other teams also preparing for trades as deadline approaches.
- 4:12 PMYahoo Sports — Mets 'most likely' trade deadline prediction would result in a fire sale
"This Mets trade prediction would lead to a major fire sale this summer.
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