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Mets Eye Contreras Trade After Alonso Injury; Red Sox Interested

12/13/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The New York Mets are pursuing a trade for St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Willson Contreras after losing Pete Alonso to the Baltimore Orioles.
Contreras has a no-trade clause.
The Boston Red Sox are also interested, having recently acquired Sonny Gray from the Cardinals, as both teams seek to strengthen their rosters in a heated market for Contreras.

History

Historical Context

The MLB trade deadline has historically been a pivotal moment for teams to enhance their rosters. In 2016, the Cleveland Indians acquired Andrew Miller from the New York Yankees, reflecting a trend of strategic trades aimed at improving team performance. This competitive environment continues, as teams like the New York Mets pursue key players like Willson Contreras to address injuries and bolster their lineups.

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Story summary

The New York Mets are pursuing a trade for St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Willson Contreras after losing Pete Alonso to the Baltimore Orioles.
Contreras has a no-trade clause.
The Boston Red Sox are also interested, having recently acquired Sonny Gray from the Cardinals, as both teams seek to strengthen their rosters in a heated market for Contreras.

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