Mets trade A.J. Minter to Twins ahead of trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 4:16 AM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
The New York Mets traded reliever A.J. Minter to the Minnesota Twins on July 31, 2026. This move marks the beginning of a significant roster overhaul as the Mets struggle with a 47-63 record. Minter, who has a 2.35 ERA this season, becomes part of the Twins' postseason strategy. In exchange, the Mets receive prospects Bruin Agbayani and Billy Amick, both of whom are still developing in the minor leagues. Additional trades from the Mets are expected before the Aug. 3 trade deadline.
- •Mets sit at the bottom of the National League East.
- •Minter has been one of the few bright spots on the roster.
- •Twins acquire Minter to bolster their bullpen for the postseason.
- •Mets receive prospects Agbayani and Amick in the trade.
- •Further roster moves from the Mets are anticipated before the deadline.
- 4:16 AMYahoo Sports — Mets' Fire Sale Begins As Club Trades Away Southpaw Reliever
"The New York Mets are expected to be cleaning house ahead of the Major League Baseball Aug. 3 trade deadline, and the sale has begun.
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