The Los Angeles Angels started the 2022 season on a tear. They were playing well and even led the AL West for a bit. But the Angels fell off in a major way and now sit in fourth place in the division. Additionally, they sit a whopping 20 games back of the first place Houston Astros. Their struggles have led many to believe that the team will be sellers once again at the 2022 MLB trade deadline. No, the Angels won't be trading Shohei Ohtani or Mike Trout… although it may not be the worst idea. However, Noah Syndergaard may be a trade candidate.
Syndergaard has been fairly mediocre in 2022. The former New York Mets' star right-hander has posted an ERA of 4 in his first Angels campaign. But his health stands out. After consistent battles with injuries over the past few seasons, Syndergaard has stayed mostly healthy this year.
So his health and high-ceiling may lead to interest from contenders. Without further ado, here are the 3 best trade destinations for Noah Syndergaard.
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3 best destinations for Noah Syndergaard ahead of 2022 MLB trade deadline
Cardinals
The Cardinals have dealt with starting pitching injuries and would benefit from extra depth in the rotation. Syndergaard's floor is still good enough to keep him in St. Louis's rotation. And his ceiling would tempt the Cardinals to pull the trigger on a deal.
With Miles Mikolas and Adam Wainwright leading the charge, Noah Syndergaard makes sense for the Cards. He is a steady veteran who can help a team win. Sure, his previous health issues are a concern. But as aforementioned, he has maintained good health this year.
The Cardinals are going to be buyers ahead of the 2022 MLB trade deadline and should inquire about Syndergaard.
Twins
The biggest question facing the Minnesota Twins is their starting pitching. They currently lead a very weak AL Central, but need to make some upgrades if they have any shot of competing with the Yankees and Astros in the playoffs.
Syndergaard would slot in as a solid rotation piece alongside Joe Ryan and Sonny Gray. Minnesota's offense has carried the load in 2022. So a couple of quality starting pitcher additions could propel the Twins into legitimate postseason contention.
Right now, Minnesota would enter the playoffs as a massive underdog. So making moves needs to be a priority for this ball club ahead of the 2022 MLB trade deadline.
Mets
I'm joking.
There is no chance of Noah Syndergaard returning to the Mets. But Fansided proposed this Syndergaard-Mets deal that would “break the internet.”
Blue Jays
The real final team on this list is the Toronto Blue Jays. The Blue Jays felt as if they had a strong pitching rotation entering the season. And on paper, they did. The Blue Jays had Jose Berrios slotted in as their ace, Kevin Gausman and Yusei Kikuchi were offseason signees, and Alek Manoah and Hyun-Jin Ryu were returning.
However, the only stable options out of those pitchers have been Manoah and Gausman. And even Gausman has slowed down following an incredibly strong start to the year. Toronto's pitching woes have led to an overall 20th ranking in team ERA.
The Blue Jays are expected to be interested in top-tier starting pitching trade candidates such as Luis Castillo and Frankie Montas. But Syndergaard would be a cheaper option who could help the rotation.
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