The New York Mets needed to shore up their outfield ahead of next season, especially considering the concerning news about Yoenis Cespedes’ future. Brodie Van Wagenen delivered an outfielder by acquiring Keon Broxton from the Milwaukee Brewers. Broxton is under team control through 2022.
The Mets gave up two pitchers — Bobby Wahl and Adam Hill — along with infielder Felix Valerio.
Broxton is a plus-outfielder with offensive potential. The centerfielder spent most of last season toiling away in the minor leagues as the crowded Milwaukee outfield pushed Broxton out of the picture.