Any potential Mets trades likely for pitching

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CHICAGO — Considering the flurry of moves the Mets made prior to last year’s non-waiver Trade Deadline, it is easy to forget the team did not spring the first of them — Juan Uribe and Kelly Johnson from the Braves for prospects — until July 24.

The Mets actually began shaking things up earlier this year, acquiring James Loney in May and signing Jose Reyes in June. But for at least right now, they are in wait-and-see mode regarding further moves.

With nearly two full weeks to go before this year’s Aug. 1 Deadline, the Mets are canvassing the market for starters and relief pitchers, according to team insiders, but only still on a general level. Potential deals range from aggressive — a bona fide starting pitcher that the team could plug into its rotation — to a small deal for bullpen help the most likely scenario.

Part of the Mets’ hesitation in mid-July …

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