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Negotiations are further complicated by the fact that Cease is a rental, with a salary of $13.75 million and free agency looming after the current season. Given this context, the Mets are faced with the challenge of providing an attractive offer without compromising their long-term future, especially considering the uncertainty surrounding the 2023 season.
Proposed Trade Scenarios
One suggested offer for the Mets includes trading their number one prospect, Brandon Sproat, number two prospect Jet Williams, and a third prospect in Ronald Hernandez, the latter being ranked twentieth in the Mets' system. This proposal suggests parting with top-tier talent to secure Cease, a move that many in the Mets community believe may be too costly in the long run.