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The Mets believed they had acquired perhaps the best young closer in baseball when they traded for Edwin Diaz in December. Now less than eight months later, they're listening to offers for the 25-year-old right-hander.
ESPN's Jeff Passan reported Wednesday, citing unnamed sources, that the Mets are open to dealing Diaz. The New York Post and Daily News both confirmed the report. However, the Mets seem to be keeping their options open more than actively looking to get rid of Diaz. One executive told ESPN that they are "asking for more than they gave up for him."
The Mets acquired Diaz and second baseman Robinson Cano from the Seattle Mariners for outfielder Jay Bruce, reliever Anthony Swarzak and three prospects -- outfielder Jarred Kelenic and pitchers Justin Dunn and Gerson Bautista.
After leading the majors with 57 saves in 2018, Diaz has struggled in New York. He is 1-6 with a 4.81 ERA and 22 saves. He's blown four saves this season.
When asked by reporters about the trade speculation Wednesday, Diaz said through an interpreter: "I don't really have a reaction to it. My job is to go on the mound every day whenever they call me and do my job. I'm happy to be here, so it's out of my control."
The Mets, who own the National League's second-worst record at 46-55, are reportedly committed to being sellers before Wednesday's trade deadline. Other players who have been the subject of trade rumors include starting pitchers Zack Wheeler, Noah Syndergaard and Jason Vargas and third baseman Todd Frazier.