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2012
From Left Field: ESPN Already Proposing David Wright Trades
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ESPN’s Jim Bowden presented five potential trades for David Wright if the Mets are unable to work out an extension, stating that the negotiations so far have been “slow and grinding.”
Hold up for a minute.
Let’s all be a little bit more patient with all this. The World Series ended less than four days ago.
Of course, there’s also a sense of urgency when negotiating with a star player. But before we fly off the deep end, at least the team has somewhat begun contract negotiations – unlike last year at this time with Jose Reyes.
If the Mets do decide to trade Wright this offseason, they would need to be blown out of the water by a potential package, which would have to include at least two-three Major League ready players or prospects.
This wouldn’t be the type of trade in which the Mets get a handful of promising low-level prospects who have the potential to pan out. You can’t trade the face of your franchise for prospect potential.
The players the Mets would receive would have to be significant contributors to the 2013 roster or, at the very least, be on the horizon for 2014.
Looking at Bowden’s proposed trades, some of them would be interesting. The Mets of course would look to acquire a young third baseman to replace Wright as well as either an outfielder or starting pitcher.
Boston’s Will Middlebrooks or Kansas City’s Mike Moustakos could fill in immediately. Of course, these guys aren’t David Wright but potentially develop into a similar-type player.
And imagine if the Diamondbacks would be willing to part with Trevor Bauer. Bauer, Matt Harvey and Zack Wheeler in the same rotation…that could be scary.
Peter Bourjos would have an immediate impact in the Mets decimated outfield, and he’s expendable with the emergence of Mike Trout.
But of all the teams Bowden listed, it would really be a stretch for a deal to be made. The Angels are in search of pitching as are the Royals. It would be strange for the D’backs to commit to Wright long-term when they’re looking to trade Justin Upton. And the Rangers have Adrian Beltre locked up at third.
The Red Sox would make the most sense, especially since they cleared payroll with the summer’s blockbuster trade with the Dodgers. They also could use a new beginning after a terrible season.
The majority of Mets fans want to keep Wright, but if a trade is the only option, the team better get several quality players back in return.
About the Author: Jim Mancari
Jim Mancari hails from Massapequa, N.Y. He recently earned a Master's degree in Journalism at Hofstra University. He is a devout Mets fan and takes pride in his team, despite their lack of success over the last few years. Like all Mets fans, Jim has plenty of hope. He also writes as the sports reporter for the Brooklyn Tablet newspaper and the senior editor of metroBASEBALL Magazine. Click my name to view my personal website.
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LOL, back to back posts with opposing news. I wonder which one is bogus and which one is not? Here’s looking at you Andy Martino.
Jim I posted a similar scenario in a comment yesterday. Trade Wright for a huge major league ready need, and use the money for him on a centerfielder instead. I proposed Upton but Bourn would be even better., and I also like Bourjos.
Kay seems to think the Mets will win by keeping Wright and giving him a Santana-sized deal through age 39. And she’s the one who jumps all over Minaya for giving out bad contracts. Go figure, lol.
I hope the talks are intensifying. I really want Wright to be here for the long haul
Not me. Unless he signs a 4 year deal I’m not interested, in hearing the front office telling me that we have no flexibility in 2015-2020. It’s a vicious cycle and Wright peaked 5 years ago. Sure he had a nice season, he knew it was time to talk big contract. He’s motivated by greed like most ballplayers.
Glad I wasn’t the only one who saw Wright as a great fit in Arizona, with Bauer as the crown jewel for our return. If Wright went to Arizona, it would then make no sense to trade Upton. I can see Wright keeping him in line. However, something bigger can come from this, hence the 3 way trade idea I’ve floated around for a while now.
“If Wright went to Arizona, it would then make no sense to trade Upton. I can see Wright keeping him in line.”
What has Justin Upton ever done to insinuate he needs David Wright to keep him in line?
You havent heard how Upton has soured upon management with his attitude? Why else would they even contemplate trading him?
Attitude? You want choir boys or ballplayers? You’re probably young but do some research on the 73 and 86 Mets.
I said this earlier (since I see it was taken down, yet trolls from other teams comments are still up. Interesting)….
First of all, don’t patronize me about the ’73 & ’86 Mets because I’ll make you look foolish in the end. Next, don’t ask a ridiculous question about choir boys/ballplayers because if you’ve seen the stuff I’ve written in the past, the only thing I care about is winning. The irony here is that when someone who isnt a “choir boy” (I.E. Bell) is brought up, someone like you would go “Oh no, not him!”
After a game the team won Justin said —> “I thought today was pretty unproductive,” he said. “I sat around, really didn’t do much, and I’m still pissed off about the way I’m playing and not playing.”
That’s it..thats all he said…
he wasnt dealing drugs to fans
he didnt beat up Kirk Gibson’s father in law in the clubhouse
he loves Jesus and listens to Kirk Franklin religiously
Let’s bench David Wright in the middle of one of his epic 2nd half slumps he has had 4 years running…
bench him for a week
dont tell him when he is playing again…
i bet u any money, if David vents, its a sign that he cares !
its a sign that he is a fiery leader that wants to win !!!
but when Justin Upton does it…he has a bad attitude…
go figure
Way to skip around the question….the fact that the tired “Wright does it, it’s good, Upton does it, it’s bad” argument just shows you have nothing of substance to answer why Arizona want to dangle a guy like Upton two straight years, especially last summer. Heck, we had debates and Diamondback fans come on here and share their thoughts. Go find it in the archives when you have some time.
While it was perfectly fine to trade Beltran for Wheeler who was 2-3 years away, if we trade Wright we have to get major league components in return.
Id prefer Skaggs rather than Trevor Bauer. His delivery is unconventional and MANY have compared him to Tim Lincecum. Besides.. we need a lefty To put in between Harvey and Wheeler.
Harvey, Skaggs, Wheeler, Niese, Mejia/Mchugh/Hefner or another filler?
IMPOSSIBRU.
How fast you all forget the last lie from his majesty. Did you all forget the liar said he wanted things wrapped by the end of the World Series. He must have meant WS 2013…..or was it 2014.