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As the Mets grapple with the loss of these prospects, it is essential to assess the broader implications for their farm system. Despite missing out on notable players, there is optimism about the depth and talent the Mets still possess in their minor leagues.
Conversations with scouts and insiders reveal a sense of confidence; the Mets have several arms at the Double-A and Triple-A levels capable of stepping up. The likes of Blade Tidwell, Dom Hamill, and Yander Suarez remain promising, and even without players like Lavender and Vassel, the Mets have a solid foundation from which to build.