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Mets President Reflects on Disappointing Trade Deadline Moves

9/17/2025

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Mets president David Stearns acknowledged that trade deadline moves did not meet expectations.
He would have changed decisions had he known the team's struggles in August and September.
The Mets acquired Cedric Mullins, who has a .188 batting average, while Ramon Laureano, who excelled with the Padres, has a .281 average.
Stearns highlighted the unpredictability of player performance post-trade and the need for improvement.
The Mets are currently competing for a Wild Card spot, reflecting a decline from earlier success.

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Mets president David Stearns acknowledged that trade deadline moves did not meet expectations.
He would have changed decisions had he known the team's struggles in August and September.
The Mets acquired Cedric Mullins, who has a .188 batting average, while Ramon Laureano, who excelled with the Padres, has a .281 average.
Stearns highlighted the unpredictability of player performance post-trade and the need for improvement.
The Mets are currently competing for a Wild Card spot, reflecting a decline from earlier success.