Dodgers, Mets failed to improve rosters

The Dodgers and Mets are considered MLB trade deadline losers due to conservative or high-risk strategies, failing to significantly improve their rosters for the postseason. The Dodgers made minimal moves, relying on player recovery, while the Mets acquired several players but at a high prospect cost with expiring contracts, raising questions about long-term strategy. In contrast, teams like the Phillies and Orioles made impactful acquisitions, highlighting the Dodgers' and Mets' less aggressive approaches in a deadline focused on strengthening for October.