Amazin' Daily Briefing: February 10th, 2025

A report from Pat Ragazzo suggest hat the New York Mets could be on the verge of sealing a major trade with the San Diego Padres. The trade rumor centers around veteran Mets outfielder Starling Marte, who has reportedly been on the trading block since the winter meetings in December. During those talks, Marte was almost dealt to the Kansas City Royals for right-handed pitcher Hunter Harvey, but the deal fell through. Now, sources indicate that a fresh opportunity has emerged as the San Diego Padres are in need of outfield depth.

Breaking Down the Potential Deal

According to rival executives, the Mets could trade Marte to the Padres in exchange for left-handed reliever Wandy Peralta. Peralta, a tested bullpen arm with experience pitching for the Yankees, could provide much-needed relief depth for the Mets. However, there is also speculation that the Mets could use Marte in a package deal to acquire one of the Padres' high-profile starting pitchers, such as Dylan Cease.

Cease, who is in the final year of his contract, is a highly sought-after arm, but the Padres' asking price has reportedly been high. If the Mets were to package Marte with a promising prospect or two, they could land Cease and bolster their starting rotation, aligning them better with National League powerhouses like the Dodgers and Phillies.

The Financial Implications

The Mets are already facing major luxury tax penalties, with their payroll sitting around $324 million—second only to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Any trade involving Marte would likely include New York paying down a portion of his $21.5 million salary to ease the financial burden on the Padres. However, sending Marte with cash could be an effective way to secure a valuable bullpen or rotation piece.

With Pete Alonso recently signing a two-year, $54 million deal, keeping Marte has become less of a necessity for the Mets lineup. While Marte remains a solid offensive contributor when healthy, his role as a part-time outfielder at 36 years old, combined with his hefty salary, makes moving him an attractive option.

What This Means for the Mets

The Mets have been aggressive in shaping their roster to compete in 2025 and beyond. They’ve already had discussions with the Padres about pitcher Michael King, and a move for Cease wouldn’t be out of the question. Additionally, strengthening their bullpen with a veteran left-handed reliever like Peralta could be a smart play.

Final Thoughts

As the trade rumors continue to swirl, all eyes are on Mets’ front office executives. Will they pull the trigger on a deal in the coming days? Could Marte’s departure signal a broader roster shake-up? And if Dylan Cease becomes part of the equation, does that make the Mets rotation one of the best in the National League?

Mets fans, what are your thoughts on this potential deal? Would you trade Marte for bullpen help, or should the Mets push for a bigger return? Let us know in the comments!

From Port St. Lucie- Spring Training Updates

Feb. 12: Mets pitchers and catchers participate in first official spring training workout

Feb. 17: Mets' first official full-squad workout

Feb. 22: Mets' first Grapefruit League game, 1 p.m. vs. Astros at Clover Park

March 16: Spring Breakout Prospect Game, 5:05 p.m. vs. Nationals, Palm Beach, Fla.

March 24: Mets' final spring training game, 1:10 p.m. vs. Yankees at Clover Park

On This Day in Mets History

Mets History – February 10

Born on This Date

• Sherman Jones (1935)
• Lenny Dykstra (1963)
• Bobby Jones (1970)
• Alberto Castillo (1970)
• Travis d'Arnaud (1989)
• Omar Narvaez (1992)
• Jorge Lopez (1993)

Notable Transactions

• 1967 – Mets purchased Ron Taylor from the Houston Astros.
• 1982 – Mets traded Alex Trevino, Greg Harris, and Jim Kern to the Reds for George Foster.
• 1997 – Mets signed free agent Howard Johnson.
• 2006 – Diamondbacks signed Felix Heredia from the Mets.
• 2013 – Cubs signed Scott Hairston from the Mets.
• 2017 – Mets sold Gabriel Ynoa to the Orioles.
• 2021 -Athletics signed Jed Lowrie from the Mets.
• 2021- Mets signed free agent Albert Almora from the Cubs.

Randomly selected Met Player

Damion Easley

• Born: November 11, 1969 (New York, N.Y.)
• Years with Mets: 2007-2008
• Games Played: 189
• Batting Stats:
  • Home Runs: 16
  • RBIs: 70
  • Batting Average: .273
  • Runs Scored: 57
  • Stolen Bases: 0

Trivia Question of The Day:

Which Mets catcher did Noah Syndergaard reportedly prefer not to have behind the plate during the 2019 season?

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Trivia Answer (February 9th)

Who was the Mets pitcher who gave up the 9th-inning two-run homer to St. Louis catcher Yadier Molina in Game Seven of the 2006 NLCS?

In Game 7 of the 2006 NLCS, Mets reliever Aaron Heilman gave up a crucial two-run homer to Yadier Molina in the top of the ninth inning, breaking a 1-1 tie and giving the St. Louis Cardinals a 3-1 lead. The Mets had a chance to respond in the bottom of the inning, loading the bases with two outs, but Carlos Beltrán struck out looking against Adam Wainwright, ending their World Series hopes. Heilman, who had been a reliable setup man throughout the season, became an unfortunate part of Mets history with that one pitch. The Cardinals went on to win the 2006 World Series, while the Mets would not return to the postseason until 2015.

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