The trading flurry isn't over; it's just on pause. How David Stearns' work over the last few days sets the Mets up for an offseason of necessary change, and the risks and rewards associated with New York's approach:

For David Stearns and Mets, this trade deadline is a prelude to more deals this winter (Gift Article)At his best, Stearns reads the market well and knows how best to leverage his team’s strengths.www.nytimes.com