New York Mets weigh trade deadline returns for relievers and starters

Brooks Raley holds a 2.04 ERA across 35.1 innings.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 152 min read

What happened: With the August 3 trade deadline approaching, New York is evaluating returns for one-year contract relievers Brooks Raley and A.J. Minter. Bullpen options with multi-year control also include Huascar Brazoban and Luke Weaver, alongside veteran Devin Williams. Starting pitchers Freddy Peralta and Clay Holmes represent potential rotation pieces available to contenders.

Why it matters: Moving veteran relievers allows the Mets to acquire future prospect value while lowering potential 2027 luxury tax penalties. Contenders including the Chicago Cubs, Minnesota Twins, Houston Astros, Pittsburgh Pirates, and Seattle Mariners are potential trade partners for bullpen upgrades. Offloading expiring and multi-year contracts also creates financial and roster flexibility ahead of next season.

By the numbers: Brooks Raley has recorded a 2.04 ERA across 35.1 innings with a 3.62 xERA, while A.J. Minter has posted a 1.42 ERA through 19 innings. Huascar Brazoban holds a 2.76 ERA and 2.90 xERA under team control through 2030. Devin Williams carries a 4.83 ERA with three blown saves alongside $30 million owed over the next two years.

What to watch: New York will evaluate prospect offers for relievers and starting pitchers ahead of the August 3 deadline. Contenders are expected to finalize trade packages as the deadline approaches.

Sources

Yahoo MLB 2026-07-15T13:19:33.814861+00:00

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