If there’s one thing the hot stove never runs out of, it’s intrigue—and Bob Nightengale just poured another log on the fire. The timing couldn’t be better, with a cold front moving through New York and snow flurries reminding everyone that baseball warmth can’t come soon enough. Nightengale’s report says the Diamondbacks are “motivated” to move Ketel Marte, and that alone should perk up ears around Queens. The Mets could use some heat at second base anyway.
Of course, Arizona isn’t in the business of discounts. Nightengale made it clear they’ll want plenty in return, and that’s where the Mets come in.