Drew Gilbert’s July might be helping the New York Mets stir up trade talks, but he’s not the only outfielder putting scouts on alert. While Gilbert’s been showcasing his tools in Syracuse, Ryan Clifford has been doing something just as valuable in Binghamton, getting hits, getting on base, and getting noticed. If the Mets are shopping from their farm, Clifford isn’t just along for the ride. He’s adding weight to the package.
Prospect rankings won’t tell you this, but trade values don’t wait for the offseason to update. His month has been steady, disciplined, and loud enough to matter, especially with scouts combing through video, data, and box scores like deadline accountants. He might not be front-page material yet, but in a system suddenly full of buzz, Clifford’s the kind of bat that can sneak into deals and tip the scales.
Ryan Clifford’s solid July is quietly boosting his Mets prospect stock.
Clifford isn’t blowing up box scores every night but zoom out just enough and his July tells a loud story. He’s hitting .260 with a 1.023 OPS this month, with 12 extra-base hits and 25 RBI in just 77 at-bats. That includes four home runs this week alone, a late-month surge that’s helped spike both his OPS and RBI totals at the perfect time. That hot stretch earned him the Eastern League Player of the Week honors, confirming his rising stock.
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On the season, Clifford is hitting .245 with an .864 OPS, 21 home runs, and 64 RBI. July hasn’t just padded those totals; it’s sharpened his profile. The power continues to show up, and despite the strikeouts, he’s stayed patient enough to draw 16 walks this month and reach a .400 OBP.
He’s 22 years old and holding his own in Double-A, not just with volume but with timing. Clifford is hitting .263 with a .899 OPS when runners are in scoring position this year, showing that he’s not just putting up numbers: he’s producing in meaningful spots. The consistency, power, and ability to deliver when it counts all point to a player whose stock is on the rise. Whether the Mets cash in on that value now or hold him for the long term, Clifford’s bat is giving them options.
Ryan Clifford is putting himself back on the map this July. His steady production and timely power make him a compelling piece for the Mets as they consider their trade options. With consistent numbers and growing value, Clifford is shaping up to be a prospect that teams can’t afford to overlook as the trade deadline approaches.
