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However, the challenge lies in Marte's sizable contract, which is set at $19.5 million and poised to increase in the upcoming season. Coupled with a less-than-stellar recent performance and concerns over his injury history, marketing Marte as a trade asset becomes a complex issue for the Mets. While Marte remains a solid contributor, the expectation to trade him requires the Mets to either absorb a portion of his salary or package him with a promising prospect, enhancing his attractiveness to potential suitors.