Locked On Mets

The New York Mets and Chicago White Sox could be headed for a blockbuster trade centered around center fielder Luis Robert Jr., who just had his $20 million option picked up.  With the Mets searching for a center field solution while waiting for top prospect Carson Benge, Robert emerges as a high-upside target despite two injury-plagued seasons that have complicated his trade value.Host Ryan Finkelstein sits down with White Sox insider Elijah Evans to dissect Robert's tumultuous journey since his stellar 2023 campaign and why Chicago's front office has struggled to maximize his trade value.  They explore potential trade packages involving Mets third baseman Mark Vientos, utility man Jeff McNeil, and prospects like Ryan Clifford and Nick Morabito.  The discussion reveals how swapping McNeil's contract for Robert's could give the Mets roster flexibility while providing Chicago with controllable assets for their rebuild.The conversation also covers Shane Bieber's shocking decision to accept his player option wit