New York Daily News | Gary Phillips: Matt Blake stands in a tough position this offseason with trade talks looming. Clarke Schmidt and Michael King will have important roles in the 2024 rotation, as the roster currently stands. Both are looking to improve heading into the season and cement their status as key pieces for the team, but both are key pieces in trade talks with the Padres around Juan Soto. Communicating with the players while knowing this makes the in-between period very difficult for Blake.
NJ.com | Max Goodman: Like Blake, Aaron Boone has been forced to face the awkward position of discussing names floating in trade situations.