Mets Could Cut Ties With 2-Time All-Star After 8 Seasons via Trade
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.
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