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Aside from the pitching situation, another interesting subplot revolves around Starling Marte. There has been speculation about whether Marte may be traded before the start of the season, especially with the Mets’ acquisition of Juan Soto. Marte has expressed a desire to remain part of the team and has indicated a willingness to help mentee younger players, showing selflessness in his role.
Should a trade occur, one possible scenario is a swap involving pitching talent—specifically mentioning Jordan Montgomery, who could fit well into the Mets' pitching puzzle.