Mets explore trade of Brett Baty for Mariners pitcher Emerson Hancock

The New York Mets are considering trading third baseman Brett Baty, who has struggled in the majors. Baty, 25, has no clear role on the team despite strong minor league performance. A proposed trade suggests the Mets could swap Baty for Emerson Hancock, a former top pitching prospect with the Seattle Mariners. Hancock, also 25, has had limited success in the majors but performed well in Triple-A. Both players are seen as needing fresh starts. The trade could address the Mets' bullpen needs and the Mariners' third base depth. However, negotiations may be complicated by differing valuations of the players.