Mets reliever Huascar Brazoban hugs teammates amid trade speculation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 6:18 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
During the game against the Miami Marlins on August 2, Huascar Brazoban was seen hugging teammates and coaches, leading to speculation about a potential trade before the MLB deadline. Brazoban, a 36-year-old reliever, has performed well this season with a 2.61 ERA over 36 games. As the Mets shift into a selling mode, demand for Brazoban has reportedly increased, given his strong season and fastball velocity. Further updates are anticipated as the trade deadline approaches.
- •Brazoban is 5-2 with a 2.61 ERA in 2026.
- •He has been with the Mets since being traded from the Marlins at the 2024 deadline.
- •The Mets are expected to act as sellers ahead of the trade deadline.
- •Brazoban's trade value is bolstered by his strong fastball velocity.
- •Further developments are expected as the deadline approaches.
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"Two years after he was traded by the Miami Marlins to the New York Mets at the 2024 MLB trade deadline, Huascar Brazoban is a reliever in demand again. This time, the Mets are the sellers. Who are the buyers?…
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