Several AL Teams Have Inquired About Mets Catcher Francisco Alvarez

[Matthew Nethercott]

The Mets' fire sale is about to begin, and a new report indicates the Mets could move catcher Francisco Alvarez. According to Francys Romero, several teams in the American League have inquired about Alvarez's availability. Romero notes that the Mets are seeking a prospect package in return.

Virtually the entire AL playoff picture (Yankees, Red Sox, Rays, White Sox, Rangers, etc.) is looking for catchers. With reports from the New York Post's Jon Heyman Tuesday morning that the Mets would like to hold onto Luis Torrens, the team's other catcher, moving Alvarez could make sense and bring back a decent return, especially with how much catching is coveted all over baseball.

This is a big opportunity for the Mets to capitalize on a market that teams are trying to attack. Alvarez will come with years of control, so if the Mets do move him, they should look for the best possible return and not sell short on Alvarez.

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[smg58]

I definitely agree with not selling short.  He had a .786 OPS last year and has a .791 OPS this year, despite not being fully healthy in either season.  I realize health is a very legitimate concern, but how easy do you think replacing him would be if nearly all those teams will still be in the market for a catcher in the offseason?