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With McNeil set to earn $15.75 million over the next two seasons, the prospect of trading him looms large. Potentially relieving the Mets from McNeil's contract debt would not only create financial breathing space but also allow for other acquisitions, such as re-signing Jose Iglesias. However, to make McNeil appealing to other teams, the Mets might have to eat a significant portion of his contract, raising questions about whether such a move is worth the cost.