The New York Mets have created a financial strain after signing Juan Soto for $765 million, resulting in a luxury tax payroll of $324 million. Facing budget challenges, the Mets may release 36-year-old center fielder Starling Marte,

The Mets explored a trade for Dylan Cease, but the Padres’ high asking price makes a deal unlikely as talks hit a standstill.

The New York Mets are dealing with a challenging financial dilemma, with a luxury tax payroll reaching a potential $324 million– the second highest in the league after the Los Angeles Dodgers. The post MLB Trade Rumors: Mets Advised to Ship Unwanted $78 Million Burden to NL Rivals appeared first on EssentiallySports.

A new report suggests the New York Mets could be eyeing a trade that cuts payroll costs while also addressing a need heading into the start of Spring Training. This was a very good offseason for the Mets.