The Mets and Padres are among the suitors for a former All-Star pitcher. As MLB free agency continues, MLB rumors remain strong.

The Minnesota Twins traded infielder Vidal Bruján to the New York Mets in exchange for cash considerations, the team announced Thursday.

With the Mets seemingly out of the Framber Valdez running, the Orioles may now be the franchise most likely to sign the left-hander.

Brandon Sproat, who graduated from Pace in 2019, was traded from the New York Mets to the Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday night.

In a January 18 article, Will Sammon of The Athletic noted that Kansas City Royals southpaw pitcher Kris Bubic is a "possibility" for the Mets to try to trade for this offseason. And given Sammon's repute, this likely means that there has already been some communication between the two sides about a potential deal.

The Yankees have stated their priority is re-signing Bellinger this offseason and they have a five-year offer on the table. #Yankees have made an internal decision not to engage in a bidding war for Cody Bellinger if #Mets or anyone else swoops in with a blow-away offer.

The New York Mets are looking for outfield help this season. They traded Brandon Nimmo to Texas. Now, Max Kepler is a target for a one-year deal. Kepler offers defense and power. This move keeps payroll in check.

The MLB Hot Stove caught fire this week with several big names coming off the board in free agency. Above that, the trade market is picking up as well as options begin to dwindle.