Summary
The New York Mets are considering trading Jeff McNeil as they plan to manage their high payroll. McNeil, who has been with the team for eight seasons and is a two-time All-Star, might be traded to create space for new talent and possibly sign Pete Alonso to a long-term contract.
Key Facts
- The New York Mets did not make it to the postseason this year.
- The team has a high payroll and may look to reduce it.
- Jeff McNeil is a potential trade candidate to help lower costs.
- McNeil's salary for the upcoming season is $15.75 million.
- McNeil counts as $12.5 million against the Mets’ budget but $15.75 million for other teams due to contract terms.
- McNeil is a two-time All-Star and has played for the Mets for eight seasons.
- He improved his performance this season with a higher OPS (on-base plus slugging).
- Trading McNeil could allow younger players more opportunities.
