Overview
- Reporting names from San Diego under discussion include starter Nick Pivetta, outfielder Ramón Laureano, and relievers Mason Miller, Adrian Morejon and Jeremiah Estrada.
- Sources say the Padres have asked about the Mets’ young major leaguers and top prospects across pitching and position groups.
- The talks remain fluid with no agreement in place, and outlets characterize the scenario as one that could produce a blockbuster or fade without a deal.
- The Mets’ roster shuffle continues after a two-year, $40 million agreement with Jorge Polanco, who the team says will primarily play first base and DH.
- Context around the discussions includes San Diego evaluating veteran moves to manage payroll and New York exploring additional upgrades, with separate reports linking both clubs to interest in Luis Robert Jr.