The Mets and the Padres might be ready to save each other from the edge of a cliff. One team has the money and the prospects, the other has the talent and the need to cut costs. That’s the setup for a potential trade that, if it comes to pass, could be one of the most quietly transformative deals of the offseason.
The Mets are Seeking Arms Amid Injuries to Alonso and Díaz
The Mets are reeling after the one-two gut punch of losing Pete Alonso and Edwin Díaz. Their power at the plate and lights-out closer? Gone, at least for now. And while the front office isn’t ready to hit the panic button, they’re clearly working the phones. According to recent reports, the Mets are deep in talks with the Padres, and while Nick Pivetta is front and center, he’s not the only name in the mix.
Padres Looking to Offload Talent, But at a Price
San Diego, burdened by payroll concerns after an expensive and underperforming 2025, may have no choice but to ship out some players. Names like Ramón Laureano, Mason Miller, Adrian Morejon, and Jeremiah Estrada are all reportedly in the conversation. And yet, the Padres are asking for a steep return: the Mets’ top young talent. Pitchers. Position players. All the blue-chip types a rebuilding team would usually hoard.
A Deal That Could Reshape Both Franchises
Here’s where things get tricky. San Diego’s bullpen was among the league’s best just last year. But losing Robert Suarez has already thinned the herd. And the starting rotation? It’s no longer built to contend. Which raises a tough question: can they really afford to lose someone like Pivetta?
Meanwhile, names like Francisco Lindor, Fernando Tatis Jr., and Jake Cronenworth aren’t on the table. No surprise there, those players are part of the long-term core. But that doesn’t mean this deal lacks weight. In fact, it may signal something bigger.
If the Mets are willing to part with their top prospects, it’s a declaration: they aren’t punting 2026.
And if the Padres are moving multiple arms, it could be a fire sale in disguise.
A blockbuster may not be imminent, but both teams are standing at the edge of a deal that could reset their direction. Whether that’s up or down remains to be seen.
