The Mets: Deadline Buyers or Sellers?

There's no denying that the Mets have had a surprising season this year. Months ago, it would have seemed daffy to predict success for a team that's had as much off-season trouble as the squad from Queens.

But lo and behold, here we are past the All-Star break, and they're still above .500 and in contention. 

There's no doubt that solid pitching — — has contributed mightily to the team's surprising success.

But this is an odd year for baseball. It's the first season in which not one, but two teams will get a chance to be each league's Wild Card entrant into the playoffs. As a result, with the trade deadline less than two weeks away, many teams that would otherwise be considered out of contention are keeping their trade chips pretty close to the vest. 

An enterprising general manager could certainly make himself a windfall of young talent this July if he was willing to part with some hot hands.

With that in mind, should the Mets become sellers at the trade deadline, beefing up their farm system for the future? Or should they ride out this already improbable wave and hope it carries them into the playoffs? 

Let us know what you think. Vote in our poll below and share your thoughts in the comments.