Mets prepare for trade market with potential roster changes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 2:42 AM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
The New York Mets, sitting 16 games out of the division lead, are poised for a roster overhaul. President of baseball operations David Stearns plans to make several players available for trade, excluding only five key players. Stars such as Bo Bichette, Francisco Lindor, and Freddy Peralta may be on the block as the team aims to reshape its future before the upcoming August 3 trade deadline. The Mets recently earned a 4-1 victory against the Philadelphia Phillies but remain far behind the NL East-leading Atlanta Braves, prompting the decision to pivot towards a fire sale. Contenders are likely eager to acquire the Mets' assets amid a competitive trade market.
- •Mets 41-57, trail division leaders Braves by 15.5 games
- •Stearns targets roster changes before August 3 trade deadline
- •Bichette, Lindor, and Peralta highlighted as trade candidates
- •Mets have several underperforming players, affecting their marketability
- •Recent win against Phillies doesn't change overall performance outlook
- 2:42 AMYahoo Sports — Mets fire sale pending
"Entering the second half 16 games out of the division lead, New York's brass is set to unload anyone on the roster but five key cornerstones.
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