What we have here is a developing situation.
On Thursday, The Athletic’s Jim Bowden listed the New York Yankees as one of the best fits for Kansas City Royals outfielder Andrew Benintendi, who could be moved ahead of the Aug. 2 trade deadline.
Also on Thursday, the New York Post’s Jon Heyman reported the New York Mets “may be in the market for a hitter, too” and named Benintendi as a possible target.
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The 27-year-old Benintendi is hitting .295. this season for the Royals, who are stuck in last place in the American League Central with a record of 25-43.
Benintendi was runner-up for American League Rookie of the Year in 2017 (to Yankees slugger Aaron Judge) and helped the Boston Red Sox win the World Series in 2018.
Boston traded Benintendi to the Royals last year and he went on to win a Gold Glove Award. He will become a free agent after this season.
Heyman also identified Washington Nationals first baseman Josh Bell as a possible trade target for the Mets.
Bell (.852 OPS) is having perhaps the best year among available hitters, but Benintendi could also may fit since he plays outfield, where the Mets have experienced occasional injury absences.
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Mike Rosenstein may be reached at mrosenstein@njadvancemedia.com.
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