Yankees-Mets Drawn Into High-Stakes Trade Talks Around Grisham-Baty Ahead 2025 Deadline

Ahead of the 2025 MLB trade deadline, the New York Yankees and New York Mets engaged in significant trade discussions that ultimately did not materialize, including a potential one-for-one swap sending Trent Grisham to the Mets for Brett Baty to the Yankees. Aaron Judge's elbow injury initially led the Yankees to consider selling at the deadline, impacting their trade strategy, but his minor flexor strain without UCL damage allowed the team to shift towards strengthening their roster. The Yankees instead acquired Ryan McMahon and other players, while the Mets opted for Cedric Mullins, whose performance has been disappointing. Grisham, who has hit 34 home runs this season, was a valuable player the Yankees chose to keep, which proved beneficial as the team surged with a 28-11 record in their last 39 games. Conversely, the Mets have struggled significantly since August, with a 20-31 record, raising questions about their roster decisions and playoff prospects. These trade talks highlight a missed opportunity for both teams, with the Yankees securing playoff contention and the Mets facing a postseason drought amid unmet expectations.