New York Mets: Three potential Dominic Smith trade destinations

Houston Astros

Since the Mets are in the market for pitching depth, the Houston Astros could pair nicely in a trade this winter.

The Astros proved that they’re still a very good baseball team, even after the entire cheating scandal. Benefitting from a larger playoff format and a shortened season, the Astros were able to make a run all the way to the ALCS in 2020 and should be looking to stay competitive for the next few years.

Yuri Gurriel who manned first base for the Astros is 36 and will be turning 37 by June of next year. With Yordan Alvarez mostly serving as a DH, Smith could fit nicely into their current core, while also providing an injection of youth.

Justin Verlander will be returning next year from Tommy John surgery and the emergence of Framber Valdez to accompany the arms of Cristian Javier and Lance McCullers could help Houston’s decision to move an arm from their farm system. After trading away Zack Greinke, the Astros could try to hold onto their young arms. However, Forrest Whitley has struggled in the minors and the top prospect, who was once labeled untouchable has had that label removed in the latest discussions with their general manager.

While Dom would be missed in Queens, the possibility of having young arms to reinforce Jacob deGrom in the rotation is a high priority for the Mets and Houston could line up as a nice trade partner.

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