The Mets and Yankees are reportedly among the top contenders for White Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet, sparking excitement in the trade market.
Chicago: So, it looks like the Mets and Yankees are at it again! They’re both eyeing Garrett Crochet from the White Sox. This could get interesting.
After battling over Juan Soto earlier, these two New York teams are now competing in the trade market. According to Ken Rosenthal, they’re among the most aggressive suitors for Crochet.
But they’re not alone. The Phillies, Red Sox, and Orioles are also in the mix. No deal is close yet, but the Mets might have the upper hand with their young talent.
The White Sox are looking for major-league ready hitters, and the Mets have some promising prospects like Luisangel Acuna and Jett Williams that could catch their eye.
It won’t be cheap to snag Crochet, but he could really help the Mets’ rotation. For the Yankees, he’d fit right in with Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodon, making a powerful trio.
At just 25, Crochet had a solid All-Star season, boasting a 3.58 ERA and striking out 209 batters. With all this buzz, it seems likely he’ll be traded during the Winter Meetings.