The New York Mets have secured veteran center fielder Cedric Mullins from the Baltimore Orioles in a trade confirmed by MLB.com. This move aims to strengthen the Mets’ outfield ahead of the upcoming season, with the Orioles receiving three prospects in exchange for Mullins.
Cedric Mullins’ Performance and Career Overview
At 30 years old, Mullins has posted a batting line of .229/.305/.433 with an OPS+ of 104 this season, including 15 home runs and 14 stolen bases through 91 games. Defensive evaluations for Mullins show contrasting views; Statcast marks him as a positive contributor in center field based on Outs Above Average, while Defensive Runs Saved rates him as the weakest defensive center fielder in Major League Baseball this year. Over his eight-season career—all with Baltimore—Mullins holds a career OPS+ of 107 and a WAR of 15.4. His accolades include a 2021 All-Star selection and a Silver Slugger Award the same year.
Mullins’ Contract Status and Origins
Mullins is under contract through 2025, with $8.73 million remaining on his salary for that season. He is set to become a free agent after the upcoming offseason. Prior to this trade, he spent his entire professional career with the Orioles, the team that drafted him in the 13th round of the 2015 MLB Draft following his collegiate career at Campbell University.
Prospects Heading to the Orioles
In return for Mullins, Baltimore is acquiring three minor-league players: right-handed pitchers Raimon Gómez and Chandler Marsh, along with Anthony Nunez, a player who has transitioned from infielder to reliever. This influx of young talent signals the Orioles’ intent to bolster their farm system while parting with a veteran presence in the outfield.
Implications of the Trade for Both Teams
This trade offers the Mets an immediate upgrade in center field as they pursue competitive goals for this season. Meanwhile, the Orioles continue to focus on rebuilding through promising minor-league assets. Mullins’ experience and recent accolades make him a valuable addition for New York, while Baltimore gains potential future contributors in Gómez, Marsh, and Nunez, advancing their long-term depth.