These MLB teams should overpay for a NY Mets player on the trade block

The New York Mets haven’t started their fire sale quite yet, but at any moment, you’re going to refresh X and see an aggregator account you don’t trust post something. It’ll actually be true, this time.

The MLB trade deadline dam can break at any moment and David Stearns greenlighting the sale of any player on the trade block will be one way the frenzy can begin. There are certainly teams in other cities who can get things started. One way is for a club with a desperate need to give the Mets a godfather offer.

Taking a look at some of the top Mets trade candidates, it’s these teams who should overpay for the addition.

Teams who should overpay for any of these Mets players on the trade block

Luke Weaver - Chicago White Sox

The Chicago White Sox find themselves right in the thick of the playoff race atop the AL Central. One thing missing from the equation is a shutdown closer. Luke Weaver may not be finishing games for the 2026 Mets, but he’s certainly capable of doing so. The White Sox have found themselves in a unique position where they’re playing way above expectations. Getting some seasoned help for this year and next is something they can sell to the fans even if the cost comes at a premium. Perhaps one idea could have them acquiring two major league players for one really good prospect.

A.J. Minter and Brooks Raley - Philadelphia Phillies

We can’t really separate either lefty reliever because they do too many of the same things well. Brooks Raley doesn’t have the reputation as A.J. Minter and yet he’s as capable of delivering high-leverage innings and getting out lefty hitters. For the Mets, a deal with the Philadelphia Phillies could net them the largest return. Tim Mayza and Jose Alvarado have been their most frequently used lefty relievers. Mayza is a fine third lefty in your bullpen, maybe second if you don’t care much about the role. Alvarado, with an ERA over 6.00, has DFA written all over him.

Clay Holmes - Arizona Diamondbacks

The Arizona Diamondbacks have sneakily crawled into the playoff picture with their eyes set on a Wild Card berth. Home runs have been an issue for their starting pitchers who’ve been stacking up on the IL. Clay Holmes’ ability to keep the ball on the ground at such a high rate should make him an appealing trade target. Frankly, there isn’t a bad match for Holmes. His ability to even slide into the closer’s role in the postseason aligns well with any uncertainty they may have about Paul Sewald.

Freddy Peralta - Chicago Cubs

Something about Freddy Peralta landing with the Chicago Cubs seems…poetic? The Milwaukee Brewers were never going to trade him to their NL Central rival, but the Mets certainly won’t hesitate to. The Chicago rotation has been underwhelming this year and yet it’s not an immense need. Peralta shouldn’t be anyone’s solution for winning a World Series. He is more of someone to help carry you there. If David Peterson can look this good with the Cubs, surely they have some advice to give Peralta who has been far better. His lifetime 4.18 ERA at Wrigley Field isn’t half-bad for a visitor either.

Luis Robert Jr. - Cleveland Guardians

Steven Kwan in center field didn’t work out well for the Cleveland Guardians this season. Still searching for answers, Luis Robert Jr. is the kind of sparkplug who could do well for them. As tight-budgeted as they often behave in the offseason, the remainder of Robert’s contract shouldn’t stop them from solving an obvious need. However, they’d also be silly to not ask the Mets to at least pay a portion of the salary as anyone who acquired Robert should have some hesitation about his ability to stay healthy. The Guardians are plenty familiar with him and how often the White Sox visited without him.

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