Summary
The New York Mets are considering St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Lars Nootbaar as a potential trade option. The Mets aim to strengthen their team for better performance in the upcoming 2026 season, while the Cardinals are likely to trade players due to their expected non-contending status.
Key Facts
- The Mets made significant changes during the offseason, adding new players and releasing others.
- The team ended the 2025 season with an 83-79 record, missing the playoffs.
- Lars Nootbaar is an outfielder for the Cardinals, with potential trade interest from the Mets.
- Nootbaar has faced health challenges, including recent heel surgeries.
- He posted a .234 batting average and 13 home runs last season.
- St. Louis Cardinals are anticipated to be sellers at the trade deadline due to their current team outlook.
