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ICYMI in Mets Land: Max Scherzer trade, what's next for Justin Verlander and more

garrett stepien
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Jul 22, 2023; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer (21) walks onto the field before a game against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-USA TODAY Sports

Here's what happened Saturday in Mets Land, in case you missed it...

- The Max Scherzer era is coming to an end. After a season and a half in New York, the Mets are trading the three-time Cy Young Award winner to the Texas Rangers for Luisangel Acuna, according to SNY's Andy Martino.

- What's next? Martino reported on the future of Justin Verlander, who is set to start Sunday's 1:40 p.m. game against the Washington Nationals, as Tuesday's MLB trade deadline nears.

- While the Scherzer deal is not yet official, Saturday's news drew a range of reactions from Pete Alonso, Francisco Lindor and Brandon Nimmo.

- On the field, the Mets suffered an 11-6 loss to the Nationals as Carlos Carrasco struggled.

- Who is Acuna? Get to know the top Rangers prospect with Martino's overview and highlights.

- As Acuna enters the Mets' farm system, how are New York's own top prospects faring? Ronny Mauricio and Blade Tidwell headline this week's Mets Minor League Roundup.