The New York Mets chose to retain their former top prospect, Brett Baty, despite significant trade interest from other teams, particularly the Miami Marlins. Mets president David Stearns was active at the trade deadline, bolstering the team’s bullpen and pitching staff, but avoided trading key prospects, including Baty, Jett Williams, and Drew Gilbert. Baty, who was sent to Triple-A Syracuse in May after a slow start, has since excelled with a .266 average, 11 home runs, and 34 RBIs in 46 games. Mark Vientos has taken over the third base role in the majors, leaving Baty to potentially return when rosters expand in September. The Mets are 1/2 game out of a Wild Card spot and aim to strengthen their playoff push with these strategic moves while preserving their future talent.