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Key Point: This trade hinges on the Mets’ willingness to part with promising prospects while knowing that Skubal might be a one-year rental, vying to extend him before free agency. The host emphasizes the importance of the Mets' leadership, particularly Scott Boras, who has historically negotiated extensions and would likely push to keep Skubal long-term.
The Abrams and Gore Dilemma
Next, the focus shifts to CJ Abrams and Mackenzie Gore. The host admits difficulty finding a reasonable trade for Abrams and splits them up to analyze independently.