Nate Lavender impresses in Triple-A as Mets prepare for trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 8:08 PM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
Nate Lavender continues to make a strong case for promotion from Triple-A Syracuse as the New York Mets consider a roster sell-off ahead of the August 3 trade deadline. The left-handed pitcher has posted a 3.51 ERA and struck out 43 batters in 25.2 innings, achieving the third-highest strikeout rate in the International League. Lavender's return follows a significant elbow injury that limited his appearances last year. As the Mets evaluate their roster, they may lean on Lavender for a late-season call-up amid potential trades of veteran relievers A.J. Minter and Brooks Raley. His strong performance could offer the Mets a glimpse of future potential in their bullpen.
- •Nate Lavender has a 3.51 ERA in Triple-A Syracuse.
- •He has struck out 43 batters in 25.2 innings this season.
- •Lavender recently returned from an elbow injury that sidelined him in 2025.
- •Mets may trade A.J. Minter and Brooks Raley before the deadline.
- •Lavender’s strong performance raises his chances for a promotion.
- 8:08 PMYahoo Sports — Nate Lavender continuing strong return in Triple-A as Mets sell-off looms
"Much has been made about who exactly will go in the Mets’ trade deadline sell-off. Two players currently on expiring contracts the club seems more than likely to move on from ahead of Aug. 3 are veteran left-handers A.J. Minter and Brooks Raley. While they could look externally to bring in a potential replacement, one in-house option likely to get a shot in the majors is Nate Lavender.
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