The speedy Mullins gives the Mets an all-around upgrade in center, where Tyrone Taylor was playing terrific defense but providing little offense. Versatile veteran Jeff McNeil has also been getting starts in center because of his bat, but he has much more experience at second base and the corner outfield spots.

The New York Mets found their outfield bat.New York acquired All-Star outfielder Cedric Mullins from the Baltimore Orioles for right-handed pitching prospects Raimon Gomez, Anthony Nunez, and Chandler Marsh,

Are the New York Mets going to bolster their rotation with a salty veteran acquisition before the Thursday deadline?