More Moves for the Mets?

       Over the past week or so, the New York Mets have seemed as if they want to make some more moves before the offseason comes to a close.
       The main news came on Friday when GM Sandy Alderson said that he would be willing to look at deals to possibly trade LH starter Johan Santana. This came a little early as most people who follow New York believe that he shouldn't be traded until the season gets underway. I would have to agree with these people. Johan has really only had one full healthy season with the team, 2008, and he's coming off major shoulder surgery and a shortened season in which he was shut down. Because of this, his value is seriously down which is probably why we haven't heard too much about this possible outcome. I really think that New York would not get the max out of Johan if they traded him now. His value is obviously down to just about the minimum. If the are as widely speculated out of it by the trade deadline and Santana is having a good season, the way of trade is a definite legitimate option for the Mets.
       There has also been talks over the past few days of a particular man with a certain beard might be on his way to Flushing. Free agent closer Brian Wilson reportedly worked out for the Mets this week. Alderson has said that he is "not sure" if he is willing to sign Wilson to a possible contract. Brian won 2 World Series rings with San Francisco but only made 3 appearances in 2012 due to a major arm injury which lead to Tommy John Surgery. Personally, I think this move would be an extremely smart move. The past couple of seasons, the Mets have just been going through the motions when they play, really not playing with any energy or excitement for what they play. However, Wilson has that "swagger"  that could bring up any team. For example, the same case was upon the Yankees before 2009 before they got the talents and attitude of Nick Swisher.
       New York may as well take another dip into the FA pool. On Thursday, there was a wave over the internet when Sandy Alderson said that the Mets "may be in on a big-time outfielder." A lot of people would automatically connect this to a possible trade for Justin Upton. However, with Harvey, Wheeler, nor Familia on the table, a trade probably won't happen. The only "big-time" outfielder still on the market is Braves OF Michael Bourn. With New York's current main offensive problem being the outfield, Bourn would be a great fit in Queens. Although there are these characteristics that would make him a good fit, there are a few things that make the Mets cringe at this possible signing. Of course, money is a huge problem, as New York doesn't have very much of it. Another big one is the compensation draft pick the team would have to give up, a thing that has seemed to carry a lot more importance in baseball the past few years. Additionally, if the Mets would have to enter a bidding war with any team for Bourn, they have no choice to bow out. There is no way New York would try at Bourn if they have any trouble trying to acquire him.