The Tampa Bay Rays’ hypothetical pursuit of Noah Syndergaard may have been impacted by the New York Mets most recent trade that sent Jay Bruce, Anthony Swarzak, and two top prospects to Seattle for Robinson Cano and Edwin Diaz.
With the Mets sending away two top prospects in return for Edwin Diaz, the best closer in baseball, and Robinson Cano, an eight time all-star, it is clear that Brodie Van Wagenen is looking to compete now. It has been reported that the new GM of the Mets is interested in moving Syndergaard and replacing him with a free agent starting pitcher, but now the asking price is likely higher.