The New York Mets need to add to their bullpen in a big way if they want a real chance to dethrone the Los Angeles Dodgers and win the World Series.
At this point, the Mets will likely need to look to the trade market to find the pitchers they need, but it could be difficult to acquire star talent without losing big leaguers of their own.
Just Baseball’s Joe Browne put together a trade package that would send San Diego Padres pitcher Adrian Morejon to the Mets in exchange for starting pitcher David Peterson.
“Given these circumstances with New York’s other high-leverage left-handed relievers, Morejon could come over and make an immediate impact,” Browne wrote. “In return, San Diego would receive a fellow first-time All-Star in starter David Peterson to round out its rotation. The Padres could use another starter to bolster the back end of their rotation behind Michael King, Nick Pivetta, and Joe Musgrove.”
It’s rare for contending teams to find trades that work for both sides, but this mock deal seemingly fits each side equally.
The Mets need to add to their bullpen, and they might not be happy with the way Peterson finished the season. Adding a star talent like Morejon, who’s coming off an incredible season, would fit perfectly.
The Padres need to add to their starting rotation more than anything. Landing Peterson would be a good move in the right direction, even if they have to lose one of their best bullpen arms to do it.
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