Mets 'Trying' to Trade Away $50M All-Star Amid Beef With Francisco Lindor: Report
Summary
The New York Mets are reportedly trying to trade Jeff McNeil, an All-Star player with a strained relationship with teammate Francisco Lindor. The Mets are making several changes this offseason, having let Edwin Díaz and Pete Alonso go while signing new players like Devin Williams and Jorge Polanco. McNeil could be traded due to his rocky relationship with Lindor despite his value as a versatile player.Key Facts
- The New York Mets are reportedly trying to trade Jeff McNeil.
- McNeil has a two-time All-Star status and previously won the National League batting title.
- He has an ongoing contract worth $50 million, stretching over four years, signed in 2023.
- McNeil reportedly does not have a good relationship with teammate Francisco Lindor.
- Lindor and McNeil's relationship issues trace back to 2021, involving physical and verbal confrontations.
- The Mets' offseason changes also include letting go of Edwin Díaz and Pete Alonso.
- New additions to the team include Devin Williams and reportedly Jorge Polanco.
- McNeil had a minor surgical procedure for thoracic outlet syndrome after the season.
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