Is Sandy Alcántara a Trade Target for the Mets?

The New York Mets are entering a highly anticipated 2025 season. However, a consistent question has been raised: can the Mets trade for an ace-caliber pitcher?

Names like Dylan Cease and Michael King have been floated from the San Diego Padres, but there seems to be little traction on that front due to the high asking price from A.J. Preller. There are also negatives for each pitcher in terms of acquisition for the Mets in terms of prospect demand, age, and eventually a big payday for both pitchers, who will be getting deals to kick off into their 30's.