Mets and Rangers Close to Finalizing Max Scherzer Trade

The New York Mets have agreed to trade pitcher Max Scherzer to the Texas Rangers, pending Scherzer's approval. Scherzer, who has a no-trade clause, has a player option worth $43.3 million for next season and expects to have discussions with Mets owner Steve Cohen and the team's front office before the trade deadline. The Mets, who opened the season with a record $343 million payroll, have been disappointed this season and are currently not competitive in the National League wild-card race.