Mets prospects are key to keeping Marcus Stroman, Noah Syndergaard

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 07: Marcus Stroman #7 of the New York Mets in action against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citi Field on September 07, 2019 in New York City. The Phillies defeated the Mets 5-0. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)

It’s not likely the New York Mets have Marcus Stroman and Noah Syndergaard on the roster by 2022, but the rise of their pitching prospects could make it possible.

Baseball is a business. As part of the business, some tough decisions must be made. None are tougher and face more scrutiny than the decisions the front office makes to the roster. For the New York Mets, they often receive criticism for their unwillingness to pay top players either already…