Mets should avoid trade for Yankees starting pitcher like the plague

MLB: Toronto Blue Jays at New York Yankees, marcus stromanThe idea of the Mets calling the Yankees about Marcus Stroman feels more like a wild rumor than a legitimate possibility. Yet, with New York losing Frankie Montas for at least two months, the speculation has picked up steam. Let’s put this narrative to rest once and for all—this isn’t happening, nor should it.

Stroman Isn’t the Same Pitcher He Was in Queens

Stroman had a great run with the Mets back in 2021, putting together one of the best seasons of his career with a 3.02 ERA over 179 innings. However, that version of Stroman is long gone. The 32-year-old posted a 4.31 ERA across 154.2 innings last season, and even more concerning,…