On the surface, this makes some sense. Both Robert and Mark Vientos have shown great promise in the past, but have both struggled mightily this season. However, a deeper look would suggest that the ask for Vientos in a Robert trade is too steep of a price for the Mets to pay.

No offense intended to Tyrone Taylor, who was a good trade acquisition by the Mets two offseasons ago. But New York doesn't currently have a starting caliber center fielder with the ability to impact the game on both sides of the ball.