Mets Explore Trade Options as Roster Decisions Loom
WHO:
MLB.com - The Mets acquired Minor League right-handed pitcher Matt Seelinger from the Tigers, sending cash considerations to Detroit.
MLB.com - A.J. Ewing has been named the Mets' leadoff hitter against right-handed pitchers.
MLB.com - The Mets acquired Minor League right-handed pitcher Matt Seelinger from the Tigers.
MLB.com - David Stearns is the president of baseball operations for the Mets.
MLB.com - Carlos Mendoza was the manager of the Mets before being fired.
MLB.com - Freddy Peralta, Brooks Raley, A.J. Minter, Luke Weaver, Huascar Brazobán, Sean Manaea, and Kodai Senga are players on the Mets roster.
WHAT:
MLB.com - Seelinger has recorded a 3.89 ERA across 39 1/3 innings and 27 appearances for Triple-A Toledo this season.
MLB.com - Seelinger struck out 49 batters and walked 19 in his appearances this season.
MLB.com - Ewing has a .380 to .390 on-base percentage against right-handed pitching, which is "incredibly rare for a rookie."
MLB.com - Seelinger has recorded a 3.89 ERA across 39 1/3 innings and 27 appearances for Triple-A Toledo this season.
MLB.com - Seelinger struck out 49 batters and walked 19 in his appearances this season.
MLB.com - A.J. Ewing has been named the Mets' leadoff hitter against right-handed pitchers.
NY Post - The Mets won a game against the Braves with a score of 10-9.
MLB.com - The Mets are considered likely sellers at the trade deadline.
MLB.com - Freddy Peralta has an ERA of 4.81, ranking sixth-worst among qualified Major League starters.
MLB.com - Brooks Raley has a 2.25 ERA over 32 innings, and A.J. Minter has a 0.60 ERA over 15 innings.
MLB.com - The estimated chance of trading Raley and Minter is 99 percent.
MLB.com - The estimated chance of trading Freddy Peralta is 80 percent.
MLB.com - The estimated chance of trading Luke Weaver and Huascar Brazobán is 70 percent.
MLB.com - Sean Manaea has a 5.39 ERA since the start of 2025 and is owed $25 million next season.
MLB.com - Kodai Senga is owed $15 million after this season.
MLB.com - The Mets allowed six runs in the ninth inning of a game, marking the first time both teams scored five-plus runs in the ninth inning of an MLB game since September 3, 2019.
WHERE:
MLB.com - The game against the Braves took place at Truist Park.
WHEN:
MLB.com - The 2026 MLB Draft is scheduled for July 11 and July 12.
MLB.com - The All-Star break is mentioned as a significant time for trade discussions.
WHY:
MLB.com - The Mets are considering trades due to their poor performance and standings in the league.
HOW:
MLB.com - Interim manager Andy Green stated that Ewing's skill set fits the leadoff role due to his speed and ability to see pitches.
MLB.com - Interim manager Andy Green stated that Ewing has a .380 to .390 on-base percentage against right-handed pitching, which is "incredibly rare for a rookie."
MLB.com - The Mets are evaluating their roster and potential trades as they approach the trade deadline.
(UPDATED July 7, 2026 06:19 UTC)
The Mets have made a move by acquiring Minor League right-handed pitcher Matt Seelinger from the Tigers, sending cash considerations in return. Seelinger has had a solid season with a 3.89 ERA over 39 and a third innings at Triple-A Toledo, while A.J. Ewing has been named the Mets' leadoff hitter against right-handed pitchers, boasting an impressive on-base percentage between .380 and .390, which is quite rare for a rookie. Interim manager Andy Green highlighted Ewing's speed and pitch recognition as key factors that make him a great fit for the leadoff role as the 2026 MLB Draft approaches on July 11 and 12.
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(UPDATED July 7, 2026 01:34 UTC)
The Mets have made a move by acquiring Minor League right-handed pitcher Matt Seelinger from the Tigers. This season, Seelinger has posted a 3.89 ERA over 39 and one-third innings in 27 appearances for Triple-A Toledo, striking out 49 batters while walking 19. In another development, interim manager Andy Green announced that A.J. Ewing will be the Mets' leadoff hitter against right-handed pitchers, highlighting Ewing's impressive on-base percentage of between .380 and .390, which Green noted is "incredibly rare for a rookie."
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(UPDATED July 6, 2026 23:21 UTC)
The Mets recently secured a thrilling victory against the Braves with a score of 10 to 9, marking a notable game at Truist Park. As the team evaluates its roster ahead of the trade deadline, they are considered likely sellers, with a staggering 99 percent chance of trading pitchers Brooks Raley and A.J. Minter, while Freddy Peralta has an 80 percent chance of being dealt. With the All-Star break approaching, the Mets are looking to make significant moves due to their struggles this season, highlighted by the unusual occurrence of both teams scoring over five runs in the ninth inning, a first since September 3, 2019.