3 Mets rumors we want to see come true, 2 we want to see disappear

Make the Mets rumors for Trevor Rogers disappear

An undesirable trade deadline acquisition if there ever was one, the Mets are reportedly looking into adding Trevor Rogers. He’s having an unimpressive season with the Marlins. He isn’t giving them much length nor does he have the kind of team control that could put him over the top as an absolute must for the Mets. Aside from minor league options, there isn’t much to get excited about with the possibility of this trade.

Rogers won’t come at a low cost either which should have us wishing this one away. He isn’t any better than David Peterson. Up against Tylor Megill, he could be viewed as an upgrade.

Rogers in the Mets rotation does then give them a starting five of four lefties—if he was to replace Megill. It’s not a major issue. The Los Angeles Dodgers have routinely deployed left-heavy rotations and been successful.

The handedness in which he throws isn’t the reason to stay away from Rogers, though. An ERA of 4.53, ERA+ of 96, and a whole lot of other numbers suggest he’s average at best. The Mets need better than average. Use any asset you’d trade for Rogers in a separate deal with some other pieces to go bigger.

Make the Mets rumors for Blake Snell come true

Blake Snell probably won’t come to the Mets. And if you believe the latest rumors, he might not get traded at all.

The Snell buzz is relatively new and conflicting reports seem to have the Giants going in both directions. On one hand, they don’t want to commit to him next year. On the other hand, they’ve already rid themselves of Jorge Soler’s contract and now have more payroll flexibility to keep the reigning Cy Young winner around.

Snell is the type of starting pitcher the Mets should trade for. He might not be the greatest match. Again, he’s also a lefty, but the difference between him and Rogers is massive. Snell has been a brilliant second-half pitcher in his career and has already turned the dial up to a new level in July. Injuries undoubtedly held him back earlier in the year. If the Mets pull off only one big swing, doing so for Snell would grab headlines, sell tickets, and most importantly make the Mets a much better ball club.

Snell to the Mets would be a dream trade deadline addition. If you’re going to hold your breath waiting for it to happen, bring an oxygen tank.

Make the Mets rumors for John Brebbia disappear

John Brebbia is a realistic yet unsatisfying trade candidate the Mets have been rumored to show interest in. His 5.71 ERA in 41 innings for the Chicago White Sox is ugly but doesn’t tell the full story.

Brebbia does have a 3.57 FIP and has been throwing strikes at a very good rate. Allowing walks at a rate of 2.6 per 9 and striking batters out 11.6 per 9 this year, he’s making batters work. Unfortunately, they have been able to get the job done.

Brebbia is a buy low candidate on a team ready to sell everything. He might’ve been a decent project for the Mets to acquire several weeks ago. With maybe only one bullpen spot left to fill, making these Mets rumors come true would be a bit of a disappointment.

Next year’s contract includes a $6 million team option the Mets could buy into if he does well. This is reasonable if he was able to turn his year around. Based on what he has accomplished for the White Sox, giving him the Trevor Gott treatment might be a more realistic ending to a potential Mets tenure.

The Mets need to be wise about their next bullpen addition. Brebbia is too lateral of a move from Adam Ottavino.

Make the Mets rumors for Luis Garcia come true

Far from being one of the best relievers who’d get moved today, Luis Garcia is still a very good arm the Mets rumors have named. He’s 5-1 with a 3.71 ERA in 43.2 innings for the Los Angeles Angels. A walk rate of 2.9 per 9 and 8.2 strikeouts per 9, he’s appealing and likely affordable.

The Angels actually have a couple of relievers who could fit the Mets. They got a ransom for All-Star closer Carlos Estevez. They won’t get nearly as much for Garcia or the others.

Hunter Strickland has a 3.12 ERA in 49 innings. Carson Fulmer, as a potential long man for the Mets, had a 3.77 ERA in 57.1 innings across 24 relief appearances and 3 starts. One way for the Mets to get the edge on a trade for Garcia could even be to pair him with veteran lefty Matt Moore who, if not traded, is probably going to get placed on waivers. He is getting paid $9 million this season.

Garcia would fall in a similar class as Ryne Stanek and Phil Maton. Some good years with the St. Louis Cardinals and San Diego Padres in recent years, he’d be a good choice if the Mets aren’t willing to part with any major prospect. Use those pieces on Scott.