RUMORS: Mets Looking to TRADE for a Righty Bat | What’s NEXT Now That the Deck is Cleared?

The New York Mets shake up their lineup, trading Jeff McNeil, and are now searching for a right-handed bat to bolster their offense.  Host Ryan Finkelstein examines the Mets’ shifting clubhouse chemistry, weighs trade possibilities for Yandy Diaz, Isak Paredes, and Christian Walker, and questions whether Mark Vientos should remain in the fold or be part of a larger overhaul.Is Cody Bellinger now a must-sign to fill roster gaps?  Key topics include the impact of recent trades on the Mets’ lineup flexibility, the quest for defensive upgrades, and the challenges of replacing offensive production.  Finkelstein debates whether the team is truly too left-handed, spotlights emerging trade targets like Luis Robert and Katal Marte, and considers if Bellinger’s versatility could be the missing piece for a playoff push.  Can the Mets’ front office rebuild a contender before the season kicks off? Everydayer Club  If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub   JOIN THE LOCKED ON METS INSIDER COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonmets  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.