After a disastrous 2025 campaign that saw the team fail to meet expectations, the New York Mets enter the 2025-26 offseason with clear and pressing needs. The possible departure of franchise icon Pete Alonso to free agency will leave a gaping hole at first base. The starting rotation, decimated by injuries and underperformance, is in desperate need of reliable, efficient inning-eaters. Furthermore, the offensive production from center field was lackluster, and top prospects like Drew Benge and Jett Williams may not be ready for Opening Day.
This list, extract from MLB Trade Rumors top 40 trade candidates this offseason, is not just about acquiring the best player, but about finding the right player at the right cost.