Mets Secure Siri from Rays in Key Trade

The New York Mets have acquired outfielder Jose Siri from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for reliever Eric Orze. Despite struggling offensively with a .187 average and a high strikeout rate in 2024, Siri is recognized as one of the top defensive center fielders in MLB, ranked in the 99th percentile for range and 97th percentile for arm strength. This trade solidifies the Mets' center-field position following Harrison Bader's free agency, with Siri expected to share duties with Tyrone Taylor, who is recovering from multiple surgeries. The move marks the Mets' first significant offseason transaction as they continue to pursue high-profile targets like Juan Soto. Orze, a 27-year-old pitcher who had a solid year at Triple-A, will join the Rays, potentially improving his chances to secure a spot in the majors. Siri is arbitration-eligible and under team control through 2027, bringing a mix of defensive prowess and potential offensive upside to the Mets' lineup.