Overview
- This week veteran broadcaster Mike Francesa said the Mets will “very, very hard” try to trade Francisco Lindor, reviving long‑running rumors about a rift with Juan Soto.
- Owner Steve Cohen and both players publicly said the relationship has improved and that neither star is expected to be moved, statements reported by multiple outlets.
- Prominent insiders and beat reporters, led publicly by Ken Rosenthal, said they have not seen verification of Francesa’s claim and cautioned it lacks beat‑reporter confirmation.
- Lindor’s 10‑year, $341 million deal includes a full no‑trade clause through 2031 and he appears unlikely to waive it, a contractual barrier that makes a near‑term trade difficult.
- The Mets’ poor 2026 record, the firing of manager Carlos Mendoza and the team’s seller posture keep speculation active, but Lindor’s recent injuries and weak numbers reduce his market value and shift likely deadline targets toward pitchers and other expendable players.