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In my view, the Mets should protect certain prospects—namely Nolan Mlan and Carson Bench—who are core to future plans. I’d also consider Jet Williams, given his potential as a leadoff hitter and speedster.
However, prospects like Ryan Clifford and Jacob Rhymer, both exciting offensive talents, could be included depending on the package's depth. For pitching prospects, Jonah Tong and Brandon Sprro stand out as the most valuable, with Tong's elite fastball and high strikeout rate making him a central piece in negotiations.
Crafting a Trade: Prospect-Heavy versus Prospect Plus Major Leaguer
Prospect-Laden Package
One potential deal involves:
Jonah Tong (the top pitching prospect),
Jack Wener (a promising young pitcher),