The New York Mets have had one of the worst seasons in the league this year, they are optimistic to make the playoffs but given their performance in recent outings their chances might really struggle. With such expensive contracts it makes little sense for the Mets to sell, team is expected to add one or two decent relief pitchers to aid the defense but not many roster moves are expected.Mets will move Tommy Pham before longMets not looking to trade Pete AlonsoJon Heyman@JonHeymanMets are open to trading players under control only through 2024, but appear to have zero intention to trade star 1B Pete Alonso. Of course things can change on deadline day but that’s their mindset. They are getting many hits on Raley. Narvaez obviously could go.58979Mets are open to trading players under control only through 2024, but appear to have zero intention to trade star 1B Pete Alonso. Of course things can change on deadline day but that’s their mindset. They are getting many hits on Raley. Narvaez obviously could go."Mets are open to trading players under control only through 2024, but appear to have zero intention to trade star 1B Pete Alonso. Of course things can change on deadline day but that’s their mindset. They are getting many hits on Raley. Narvaez obviously could go."Mets acquire Luisangel Acuña in exchange of Max Scherzer - July 29Max Scherzer was sent to the Texas Rangers in exchange of 21-year-old shortstop Luisangel Acuña, the brother of Atlanta star Ronald Acuña Jr.Jeff Passan@JeffPassanFull details of the trade, per ESPN sources:Texas receives Max ScherzerNew York receives 21-year-old shortstop Luisangel Acuña, the brother of Atlanta star Ronald Acuña Jr. Scherzer opts in to 2024.The Rangers will pay Scherzer $22.5M. The Mets will cover $35M-plus.88401256Full details of the trade, per ESPN sources:Texas receives Max ScherzerNew York receives 21-year-old shortstop Luisangel Acuña, the brother of Atlanta star Ronald Acuña Jr. Scherzer opts in to 2024.The Rangers will pay Scherzer $22.5M. The Mets will cover $35M-plus.July 31 - New York Mets trade slugger Mark Canha to the Milwaukee BrewersWith many teams interested in the Mets outfielder, the team sent him to the Milwaukee Brewers. In exchange they recived a talented pitching prospect, showing the Mets have their sights set on the future.Bob Nightengale@BNightengaleThe Milwaukee #Brewers get the bat they need, acquiring #Mets OF Mark Canha for minor-league RHP Justin Jarvis, as @martinonyc reports.24159The Milwaukee #Brewers get the bat they need, acquiring #Mets OF Mark Canha for minor-league RHP Justin Jarvis, as @martinonyc reports.Aug 1 - Trade talks for Justin Verlander between Mets and Astros hit roadblock over player exchangeAccording to a source, the Mets and Astros were nearing a deal for Justin Verlander late Monday night. However, as of today, discussions have significantly slowed down. The main hurdle seems to be the players involved in the trade, rather than the financial aspects of the deal.Mark Feinsand@FeinsandThe Mets and Astros appeared to be closing in on a deal for Justin Verlander late Monday night, per source, but “things have really cooled down” today. The sticking point appears to be about the players that would go back to the Mets, not the money in the deal.1315367The Mets and Astros appeared to be closing in on a deal for Justin Verlander late Monday night, per source, but “things have really cooled down” today. The sticking point appears to be about the players that would go back to the Mets, not the money in the deal.Mets trade Justin Verlander to the Astros in exchange of a couple of outfieldersMets trade another ace as Justin Verlander is sent to Houston, Mets got OF Drew Gilbert and OF Ryan Clifford in return, two top prospects are expected to be good for the future in New York.FOX Sports: MLB@MLBONFOXTRADE The Astros are acquiring Justin Verlander from the Mets, per @BNightengale twitter.com/i/web/status/1… pic.twitter.com/jcIJPeWrld125572669TRADE 🚨The Astros are acquiring Justin Verlander from the Mets, per @BNightengale twitter.com/i/web/status/1… pic.twitter.com/jcIJPeWrldMets acquire Jeremy Rodriguez from the D-BacksMets gave away Tommy Pham to recieve minor league infielder Jeremy Rodriguez in return. Mets acquire Phil Bickford and Adam Kolarek from Dodgers for cashPhil Bickford's performance has regressed over time, he has an ERA of 5.14, he also becomes a free-agent at the end of this yearKolarek, a 34 yo pitcher has an ERA of 3.71, he is also a free agent as the year ends.Mets acquire Jeremiah Jackson from the Angels Jackson is an infielder who ranked No. 9 on the prospect list, he is expected to help the team in the long run.