July 30 (UPI) -- The New York Mets acquired two-time All-Star shortstop Javier Baez, right-hander Trevor Williams and cash considerations from the Chicago Cubs on Friday for outfield prospect Pete Crow-Armstrong, it was announced.
Baez, a Gold Glove Award winner last season, provides the Mets with an immediate replacement for the injured Francisco Lindor at shortstop. Lindor currently is sidelined with a strained oblique and isn't expected to return until at least mid-to-late August.