Aug. 1, 2025
October Ready: Mullins in CF & Bullpen Overhaul Set Mets Up For October Run
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We break down the blockbuster acquisition of Cedric Mullins from the Orioles, plus the Mets' aggressive bullpen makeover with All‑Star relievers Ryan Helsley, Tyler Rogers & Gregory Soto. Hear analysis of what these moves mean for the NL East race, lineup flexibility (including Jeff McNeil's shift), and postseason
Exclusive insight into how the Mets positioned themselves for a championship push heading into August.
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- Greg Soto from Baltimore; Ryan Helsley from Cardinals; Tyler Rogers from Giants.
- How each arm fits Mets’ ‘race-to-the-playoffs’ strategy
- Acquired for three minor‑league pitchers: Anthony Nunez (#14), Raimon Gómez (#30), Chandler Marsh
- Mullins stats: .229 AVG, .738 OPS, 15 HR, 49 RBI, 14 SB over 91 games; strong July uptick (.868 OPS)
- Lifts offensive floor at CF; speeds lineup; gives Jeff McNeil a natural home at 2B.
- Defensive metrics mixed—some show plus range, others rate him low—but eye test still shows athleticism
- What Mets gave up: Nunez (converted reliever with high K-rate), Gómez (triple‑digit velo), Marsh (effective multi‑inning reliever)
- Assessment: solid depth pieces, but none in top‑9; consistent with Stearns’ model of trading secondary
- Mullins’ remaining salary ~$8.73M; with CBT overage costs, Mets pay 110% tax ($3.1M)
- All newly acquired relievers are rentals
- Depth flexibility: McNeil returns to infield; potential shifts among Baty, Mauricio, Vientos.
- Pen depth could mean options late in close games beyond just Edwin Díaz.
- How these moves affect Mets vs. Phillies rivalry in NL East battle
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