Back to the New York Mets Newsfeed

Reactions to the Mets trading Jason Vargas to the Phillies

One day after adding a starting pitcher, the Mets subtracted a pitcher when they traded Jason Vargas within the division—to the Phillies. In return, Philadelphia sent over twenty-six-year-old catcher Austin Bossart, who is currently in Double-A and played college ball with Jeff Wilpon’s son. He is known more for his defense, and he’s hit very little in the minor leagues. The reactions are mixed, and here you go: