Mets Deadline Sell-Off Turns Into a Necessary but Miserable Reality

The Yankees’ decision to dump Camilo Doval becomes a brutal reminder that trade deadline excitement can age terribly. Evan Roberts and Shaun Morash replay their euphoric reaction to last year’s deal, admit they had no idea how badly it would fail, and credit Brian Cashman for moving on instead of doubling down on a mistake. As the Yankees wait for more help after adding Luis Garcia Jr., the Mets begin their painful sell-off. Evan calls it a necessary but dark day, refusing to pretend that a collection of unfamiliar prospects is immediately exciting. The returns may become valuable lottery tickets, but for now they only underline how far the Mets have fallen.