It Appears the Mets Really Screwed Themselves Trading Top Prospect Jarred Kelenic to Mariners
By Seth Carlson
The Mets came into 2019 with every intention to win this season under first-year GM Brodie Van Wagenen. He made that message very clear from the start, making a blockbuster trade with the Seattle Mariners in the offseason and acquiring second baseman Robinson Cano and closer Edwin Diaz.
At first glance, the trade seemed pretty reasonable; the Mets were getting a legitimate and consistent left-handed bat, who, despite age concerns, could still be productive, and a flame-throwing young closer with years of team control. However, it seems as if the top prospect they sent to the Mariners is better than everyone initially thought.
Dipoto on prospect Jarred Kelenic's timeline for when he could join #Mariners:
— Brent Stecker (@BrentStecker) May 30, 2019
"The timeline is getting a lot faster than we initially even thought. ... He's really advanced."
Added Kelenic, who has been promoted to High-A, will probably rise up to majors in the next 2 years.
The Mariners received top Mets prospect, outfielder Jarred Kelenic, in the deal, and considering his production and rapid ascent through Seattle's system, the Mariners have appeared to do well for themselves. While Kelenic and Dunn continue to get closer to the majors, Edwin Diaz epically blew a save on Wednesday night against the Dodgers and Cano is on the IL with thigh soreness. He was hitting .242 before the injury anyway, a clear drop-off from years prior.
Edwin Diaz homers allowed in 2018 (73 games): 5
— Tim Healey (@timbhealey) May 30, 2019
Edwin Diaz homers allowed in 2019 (25 games): 5
Maybe trading away a top outfield prospect for an aging middle infielder and a relief pitcher wasn't the best of ideas?