What happened: Joel Sherman argues the Mets should not hold back any of their relief arms and instead make the full bullpen available for trades. The case comes as the club sits well outside playoff position with the August trade deadline approaching.
Why it matters: New York enters the stretch at 40-55 on the season, a mark that points toward selling rather than buying. A full bullpen fire sale would mark a shift from the incremental approach the front office has taken with other roster pieces this summer.
By the numbers: The Mets are 40-55 overall, scoring 4.2 runs and allowing 4.8 per game, going 3-2 in their last five with a current one-game losing streak.
What to watch: Watch which relievers draw the most interest as the deadline nears and whether the front office follows through on moving multiple bullpen arms rather than a single piece.