The New York Mets could have a need for more pitching depth and one trade idea has them dealing a former top prospect for another. Joel Reuter of Bleacher Report released seven Major League Baseball mock trades ahead of spring training and he involved the Mets in an intriguing one that saw Brett Baty being dealt to the Washington Nationals.

New York Mets infielder Brett Baty will sport a different look in 2025, as he'll wear No. 7 on his uniform. Baty had previously worn No. 22. While the number ch

Mendoza cited Jared Young and non-roster invitee Joey Meneses as additional options at first base while the third base mix (if Vientos were to take over first base) could include Baty, Luisangel Acuña (whom the Mets have told to get reps at the position) and Ronny Mauricio.

Mendoza mentioned Jared Young and Joey Meneses — both of whom the Mets signed to minor-league contracts this offseason — as options at first base. Young, 29, is on the 40-man roster but boasts only 62 career MLB at-bats. Meneses, 32, is a .231 hitter in 1,114 MLB at-bats.

The New York Mets may already have their Pete Alonso replacement in case he leaves. One of their breakout starts from 2024 could step in and play first base.

With the Mets and Pete Alonso still far apart monetarily and a parting looking likely now, the Mets may well stay internal for the starting infield spot.

The Mets' Pete Alonso contingency plans are clearly in motion, revolving around the familiar faces of Mark Vientos and Brett Baty. Baty and Vientos -- both natural third basemen -- have been taking reps at first to ready themselves in case Alonso doesn't return.

but he is under enormous pressure to produce in his first campaign with the Mets. 2025 is also a big year for Brett Baty. He is likely running out of time to earn a regular role with New York.

Bednar's projected market value, if the Mets were to choose to extend him, is six years, $87 million, per Spotrac. Depending on the timing of the trade, that could look like either a slight or a massive overpay, if it's the actual dollar amount of the extension he receives.

New York Mets superstar outfielder Juan Soto will wear his traditional number 22 in 2025, as young third baseman Brett Baty agreed to give it to him

Baty is expected to compete for the Mets' third base job during spring training, Joel Sherman of the New York Post reports. With Pete Alonso expected to move on and Mark Vientos shifting to first base,

On the same day team owner Steve Cohen described the “exhausting” nature of his free-agent negotiations with Alonso’s camp, third basemen Mark Vientos and Brett Baty confirmed the Mets ...