Mets righty reportedly receiving trade interest

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June 12: Mets getting trade inquires about Blackburn (report)
The Mets have been receiving trade interest in Paul Blackburn from clubs looking to bolster their rotation depth, according to a report from MLB Network insider Joel Sherman, writing for the New York Post (subscription required).

The right hamstring strain suffered by Kodai Senga on Thursday afternoon makes a Blackburn trade less likely in the short term, with the latter expected to take Senga’s spot in the rotation. However, Blackburn’s stay in New York’s rotation might not last long, as Sean Manaea (right oblique strain) and Frankie Montas (right lat strain) are both nearing their returns from the IL.

After missing all of April and May due to right knee inflammation, Blackburn has made two appearances totaling nine innings in 2025. The 31-year-old, who is set to become a free agent at the end of this season, owns a lifetime 4.82 ERA over 88 appearances (83 starts) in the Majors.