Mets, Yankees Explore Trades for Key Players

The New York Mets are actively exploring options to enhance their roster for a potential World Series run. They have signed outfielder Juan Soto and are negotiating a possible return for first baseman Pete Alonso, while also inquiring about Toronto Blue Jays' Vladimir Guerrero Jr., who may become a trade target depending on budget and team control factors (Sporting News). Meanwhile, the Mets could also consider acquiring Brendan Donovan from the St. Louis Cardinals in exchange for prospects, though the Cardinals are unlikely to trade Donovan due to his role in their rebuilding strategy (SI). On the pitching front, the Mets have added Frankie Montas and Clay Holmes but could pursue a trade for Mariners' pitcher Luis Castillo to bolster their rotation (Sporting News). Concurrently, the New York Yankees, having lost Gleyber Torres to free agency, are seeking infield options and might trade for Twins infielder Willi Castro (Sporting News). They are also reportedly considering trading Marcus Stroman to the Mets or other teams for salary relief and additional infield support (Sporting News).