The San Diego Padres have made it clear they’re not just willing to trade Dylan Cease and Michael King—they’re embracing the idea. With multiple teams reportedly in the mix, including the New York Mets, the trade chatter is heating up.
The Mets’ Ace Dilemma
As things stand, the Mets are staring down a 2025 season without a bona fide ace. Sure, they have solid arms, but no clear-cut No. 1 to anchor the rotation. Cease, with his 3.47 ERA and a whopping 224 strikeouts last season, could be the closest thing available.