Mets need to strengthen bullpen with many big names available
NY Post
Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns has addressed his team’s lineup this offseason (see Juan Soto) and starting rotation (see Sean Manaea, Clay Holmes and Frankie Montas).
To date, the bullpen hasn’t been touched beyond the collection of largely unproven arms who have been signed or claimed off waivers.
The known quantities include Edwin Diaz, Reed Garrett, Sean Reid-Foley and Jose Butto (if he doesn’t return to starting). Dedniel Nunez also pitched at a high level before a late-season elbow injury sidelined him. Lefty Danny Young was successful for a stretch but faded late in the season. Huascar Brazoban is another wild card.
In short, there is room for additional talent.
The market remains flooded with proven relievers. The key, of course, is trying to decipher which stocks are rising and declining in a usually volatile sector.
A look at some of the bigger names still available:
Clay Holmes is trusting that Mets officials have a grand plan this offseason that will explain the roster’s makeover.
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