The New York Mets are having a remarkable June, achieving a season-high record and boasting the best pitching in Major League Baseball. However, they face a gap in their left-handed relievers, relying on José Castillo after his acquisition from Arizona. A proposal has surfaced suggesting they target Aroldis Chapman of the Boston Red Sox at the trade deadline. With impressive stats this season, including an outstanding strikeout rate and reduced walk rate, Chapman could significantly enhance the Mets' setup behind closer Edwin Díaz, assisting in making a competitive push this summer.
"Chapman, 37, is still averaging an MLB-best 100.1 mph with his sinker and 98.6 mph with his four-seamer, according to Statcast. Of the 24 left-handed batters he has faced this season, 13 have struck out and only four have reached base."
"If the Mets acquire Chapman, the left-hander would likely serve as their primary setup man behind All-Star closer Edwin Díaz, but he could also close games if needed."
"Chapman sports a 1.65 ERA and 37 strikeouts in 27 1/3 innings this season. His velocity has been there all along, but the major development is that his walk rate is down from 14.7 percent last season to 8.4 percent this year."
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