"The Athletic's reporters made a point of noting that Francisco Lindor, Fernando Tatis Jr. and Jake Cronenworth weren't brought up in these negotiations. This only somewhat lessens the blockbuster potential here given all of the high-profile names already under discussion, though it is also possible that the talks remain somewhat exploratory in nature. As Rosenthal/Lin/Sammon note, San Diego president of baseball operations A.J. Preller is always "weighing a dizzying number of possible moves and contingency plans," and Mets PBO David Stearns is likewise no stranger to major trade concepts."
"Pivetta's name surfaced in trade rumors earlier this week, and Preller recently downplayed the idea that the Padres would trade any of their top bullpen arms. San Diego had an elite relief corps in 2025, but one major name from that group is already gone since closer Robert Suarez left for the Braves in free agency. The depleted nature of the Friars' rotation also puts more pressure on the bullpen to pick up more of the run-prevention slack, and by that same token, makes it seemingly less likely that the Padres would trade Pivetta and further diminish the starting staff."
The Mets and Padres have explored a potential trade packaging established major-league talent for MLB-ready younger players and salary relief. Reported Mets targets include right-hander Nick Pivetta, outfielder Ramon Laureano, and relievers Mason Miller, Adrian Morejon and Jeremiah Estrada. San Diego has expressed interest in the Mets' young major leaguers and top prospects, including Nolan McLean and Brandon Sproat. Several marquee players were not mentioned in talks, and San Diego leadership remains open to many contingency plans. San Diego's depleted rotation and recent bullpen departures complicate the likelihood of moving top pitching assets.
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