Pittsburgh Pirates: Trade destinations for Josh Harrison
By Anthony Sosa
Pittsburgh Pirates destinations: New York Mets
The New York Mets made the World Series back in 2015 but ultimately lost to the Kansas City Royals. Since then the Mets made the Wild Card game in 2016, losing to the Giants and later in 2017, they finished fourth in the NL East.
However, the Mets can blame their poor performance in 2017 (70-92) on numerous injuries, especially to their starting pitchers. Heading toward the 2018 season, the Mets look healthy and ready to go.
One spot on the roster that is lacking is second base. If the season started today, Gavin Cecchini would start at second base, according to MLB.com’s depth charts.
In 2017, Cecchini played in 32 games; he hit .208/.256/.273 with one home run, seven RBI, and four runs. Apparently a small sample size, but Cecchini doesn’t seem like the answer for the Mets at second base.
Perhaps the Mets can make a deal for Josh Harrison and solidify the second base spot. Harrison remains under contract for next season and then has a team option for both the 2019 and 2020 seasons. The Mets could have Harrison for three seasons, or at any time during that span, they feel they can’t compete and need to rebuild, Harrison remains expandable.
Earlier this month, the Mets and outfield free agent Jay Bruce agreed to a three-year, $39 million deal. Adding an outfielder to their roster, the Mets could use 24-year-old outfielder Brandon Nimmo as a piece in a trade for Harrison.
The Mets have the pitching to make a push for the postseason, but their offense still needs a bit of work. Upgrading their second base status with Josh Harrison would prove significant for them.