MLB trade rumor: Big news for Mets fans! Jose Siri will join the Mets.

Big news for Mets fans! The team has just acquired outfielder Jose Siri from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for reliever Eric Orze ¹ ² ³. This trade is a significant boost to the Mets’ outfield, especially with Harrison Bader becoming a free agent. Siri, 29, is known for his impressive defensive skills, tying for second among all outfielders in runs prevented and outs above average last season ¹.

 

*Siri’s Stats:*

– _16 doubles, 18 homers, 47 RBI, and 14 stolen bases_ in 130 games with the Rays last season ¹

– _1.8 WAR_ according to Baseball Reference ¹

– _Tied for second_ among all outfielders in runs prevented and outs above average ¹

– _Ninth in the majors_ in sprint speed last season ¹

 

Siri’s bat speed and raw power are notable assets, with 75 extra-base hits over the past two seasons ². While he struggled offensively in 2024, batting .187 with 18 homers and 14 stolen bases, his defensive prowess makes him a valuable addition to the Mets ³.

 

*What This Means for the Mets:*

The trade provides insurance in case Tyrone Taylor, who underwent multiple surgeries, needs more time to recover ². Siri figures to soak up most of the chances left behind by Bader, and his presence allows manager Carlos Mendoza to give Taylor regular rest as needed ².

 

*Orze’s Departure:*

The Mets surrendered reliever Eric Orze, 27, who pitched in two games for the Mets last season, allowing four runs in 1⅔ innings ³. Orze was a fifth-round pick of the Mets in the 2020 draft.

 

This trade is an exciting development for the Mets, and fans will be eager to see how Siri performs in the upcoming season!