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By Drew VonScio
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The New York Mets made their big outfield move Tuesday night when they reportedly trading for Luis Robert Jr.
After months of being involved in the Cody Bellinger sweepstakes, the Mets went a different direction and added a strong outfielder via the trade market. This move checks off one necessary upgrade for David Stearns and his team. Now, Will Sammon of The Athletic reported on Wednesday that Stearns is now focusing on adding to the pitching department.
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"The Mets are still expected to pursue pitching help," Sammon wrote. "There may be a slightly higher likelihood of the Mets trading for a starter than signing one in free agency, league sources said. The Mets remain in contact with the Milwaukee Brewers about Freddy Peralta, who is set to be a free agent after the season.
So far this winter, the Mets have not made any additions in the starting pitching realm. Some options have been taken off of the table, but there are still a few choices available. Sammon made note of who the Mets could turn to if Stearns is unable to negotiate a deal with his former employer.
"If New York fails to strike a deal for Peralta or anyone else on the trade market, they could look explore mid-tier free agents such as former Mets pitchers Chris Bassitt and Jose Quintana," Sammon added. "The best free-agent starter available is Framber Valdez."
Given that the Mets have experience with Bassitt and Quintana, both of them would fit the bill to return on a short-term deal with a relatively low salary. Neither of them should cost more than $10 million per year. Valdez would also be a strong fit with his ability to induce ground balls, and the Mets have revamped their defense this winter.
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