"In recent years, Díaz has mostly played first for the Rays, albeit not at a high level. That’s a problem for a team looking to improve its defense. Plus, if Díaz becomes available, the Mets would also have to compete against smaller-market teams drawn to his relatively low $12 million salary."

The St. Louis Cardinals have missed the postseason for three consecutive years and finished below .500 in two of the last three years.

As the Mets enter the offseason with a clear need to address their starting rotation, one name they’ve been linked to is Tigers ace Tarik Skubal, who will be in the last year of his contract.

There are several big names who could be traded.

If the Tigers do move Skubal, they'd be getting a very strong return for him.