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Cease’s trade value is intriguing but debatable, especially considering the prospects involved. A potential package that includes players like Brandon Nimmo or homegrown talent could prove enticing for the Padres, yet it raises concerns about the long-term impact on New York’s roster.
An alternative proposal could favor the Mets keeping their top prospects intact while sending a complement of established, albeit less potent, players to Chicago in return for Cease.