Drew Gilbert’s July might be helping the New York Mets stir up trade talks, but he’s not the only outfielder putting scouts on alert. While Gilbert’s been showcasing his tools in Syracuse, Ryan Clifford has been doing something just as valuable in Binghamton, getting hits, getting on base, and getting noticed. If the Mets are shopping from their farm, Clifford isn’t just along for the ride. He’s adding weight to the package.
Prospect rankings won’t tell you this, but trade values don’t wait for the offseason to update. His month has been steady, disciplined, and loud enough to matter, especially with scouts combing through video, data, and box scores like deadline accountants.