Mets trade A.J. Minter to Twins as trade deadline approaches

The New York Mets traded A.J. Minter to the Minnesota Twins just days before the Aug. 3 trade deadline. The Mets received minor league infielders Billy Amick and Bruin Agbayani in return. This trade marks the beginning of what is anticipated to be a busy period for the Mets, who have several players available for trade, including pitchers Freddy Peralta, Clay Holmes, and Brooks Raley. With contending teams actively scouting their players, the Mets are evaluating trade offers while seeking notable returns. Peralta and Holmes are expected to pitch in the coming days unless trades occur beforehand.

• 2:13 PMYahoo Sports — Mets biding time for trade deadline dominoes to fall, with plenty of pieces still left to deal