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After the Mets' trade deadline, the absence of a starting pitcher acquisition raised questions, despite President of Baseball Operations David Stearns expressing confidence in revamping the bullpen and the potential of minor leaguers Nolan McLean and Brandon Sproat. Both pitchers have shown impressive development in Triple-A, but the Mets' current healthy rotation limits their immediate call-up opportunities. Want More Context? 🔎

The Oakland Athletics traded veteran third baseman Miguel Andújar to the Cincinnati Reds for right-handed pitcher Kenya Huggins ahead of the 2025 MLB trade deadline. Andújar had a solid performance with a .298 average in 60 games this season, while Huggins, a 2022 fourth-round pick, posted a 3.64 ERA in 18 games for the Reds' Single-A affiliate. Want More Context? 🔎

NEW YORK — The New York Mets acquired center fielder Cedric Mullins from the Baltimore Orioles for three minor league pitchers ahead of the trade deadline, aiming to enhance their offense. Mullins, an All-Star in 2021, brings speed and versatility to the lineup, while the Orioles received right-handers Raimon Gómez, Anthony Nunez, and Chandler Marsh as part of their roster rebuild. Want More Context? 🔎