3 red hot Mets players transforming this club into trade deadline buyers

The Mets are the only thing hotter than the weather right now.
May 30, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets designated hitter J.D. Martinez (28) celebrates with teammates in the dugout after hitting a solo home run in the eighth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports
May 30, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets designated hitter J.D. Martinez (28) celebrates with teammates in the dugout after hitting a solo home run in the eighth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports / Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports
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2) Starling Marte

As frustrating as he is as a right fielder, it cannot be denied how awesome Starling Marte has been as the team’s regular number five hitter. The Mets have tried him out in a couple of different spots this season. Whether batting second, fifth, or somewhere else, there has always been a fear of Marte aging himself out as a productive member of the Mets.

We saw this up close how poorly he played in 2023 whilst battling through injuries. Seemingly healthy this year, the key might be to give him some regular rest. Luckily, DJ Stewart has played well in doses and has made some exceptional plays in right field as a replacement. Tyrone Taylor ain’t so bad either.

While Stewart and Taylor have had their cooling off periods, Marte has proven himself worthy of a spot in the starting lineup. June has been kind to him. The .344/.417/.531 slash line this month is insanely impressive. Although he does still require a little more rest than some others, it has proven to keep him at his best.

Other than his defense, everything seems to be going well for Marte on the field this year. He has stolen another 3 bases this month which is tied for the team lead. He has 12 on the season and has yet to get caught.