Jeff McNeil has an 80% chance of getting traded according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. Even before the trade for Marcus Semien and revelation about his relationship with teammate Francisco Lindor, the writing was on the wall. McNeil has outstayed his welcome.
McNeil is an intriguing buy low bat on the market who can offer multiple teams a variety of resolutions. A satisfying second baseman who can also take over at the corner outfield and reliably, there is an existing market for him. Of note, the Pittsburgh Pirates are a team speculated as a destination.
Mets fan Daniel Wexler put together a fun Mets-Pirates swap involving McNeil that would solve three roster questions facing the Mets.