The New York Mets have proactively bolstered their bullpen by acquiring Gregory Soto from the Baltimore Orioles, trading two minor league right-handers, Wellington Aracena and Cameron Foster. Mets president David Stearns emphasized the urgency of this decision, noting the uncertainty surrounding many teams as the July 31 trade deadline approaches. With critical inconsistencies in both starting pitching and run production, especially in center field where Tyrone Taylor’s performance has dipped, Stearns believes Soto’s addition will enhance the Mets' chances in high-leverage situations. Meanwhile, the team is still assessing further improvements to ensure they can withstand the challenges of the remaining season.