What happened: Bo Bichette said before Saturday's game against the Phillies that no trade proposal has been brought to his attention and stopped short of saying he would use his no-trade protection to block one. Bichette can opt out of his three-year, $126 million contract after the season, a decision he said he won't make until the year is over.

Why it matters: The Mets have moved into sell mode with the Aug. 3 deadline approaching, and any deal involving Bichette would need his sign-off under the no-trade clause. He said the organization's mix of young talent and stated intent to compete factors into his eventual opt-out call, while pitchers remain the more likely trade chips given the money owed to Mets position players.

What to watch: Watch for whether the Mets move pitching before the Aug. 3 deadline and for Bichette's opt-out decision after the season.