I'm trying to decide if I feel like they should trade back up into the 5-8 range using pick #15 or if they should just wait it out. What would have to go with #15 to move up to #5 for Wagler? I wouldn't mind Mara at all if he's there at #15.
Just about every mock I see has Dybansta at 1, Peterson 2 and Boozer 3. Caleb Wilson seems a nice compliment to Buzelis and I think I prefer him over Boozer anyway even if he carries more risk.
He does have a position. As of right now he's your opening day 2027 RFer and right now he's your super sub. You cannot leave LF and RF both being needed to be addressed via FA.
I Still think it will be interesting if the Mets decide to go need or bpa. If they go need, I'm really not sure how much the Cubs can offer. Alcantara sure I guess, but he's kind of a guy people like a lot or don't like at all. Long is fairly interesting if he can man RF/LF but I don't think he can be a lead piece unless the 2nd piece is pretty much equal value to Long. If I'm the Mets and just trying to maximize value I probably ask for something like Rojas and Mathis.
Are they not grabbing Edwards and Chafin because they want something temporary and both of those guys are going to want permanent deals where things get really crowded once the other pen arms return?
I mean my thought the whole time has been Shaw becomes your everyday RF, Pedro Ramirez becomes your Shaw and you address LF in FA. They can't address LF, RF, SP x2, C and various BP needs in FA in just one offseason.
The Mets need OF bats pretty desperately, the issue is so will the Cubs after 2026. I'm not sure there's a match here unless they just want best prospect available rather than position of need. Value wise I'd guess maybe Wiggins/Rojas and a guys in the 15-20 range or if you can get them to take a lesser lead piece like Alcantara you're probably looking at a good 2nd piece like a Kane Kepley.