The Mets are trading for Cedric Mullins from the O's, a source told MLB.com's Anthony DiComo on Thursday, giving them the center-field depth they'd been seeking at the Trade Deadline. The clubs have not confirmed the move.

The Mullins acquisition solves what has been a thorny centerfield issue for the Mets. Tyrone Taylor is defensively superior but is batting just .201 and has seen his playing time reduced in favor of Jeff McNeil, who, while acquitting himself well enough at the position, is a natural infielder.

The New York Mets have acquired center fielder Cedric Mullins from the Baltimore Orioles for three minor league pitchers before the Major League Baseball trade deadline.