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MLB Rumors: Mets, Jake Diekman 'Close' on Contract amid Free Agency After Rays Stint

The New York Mets are on the verge of adding more high-quality depth to their bullpen ahead of pitchers and catchers reporting to spring training on Feb. 14.

Per The Athletic's Will Sammon and Ken Rosenthal, the Mets are "close" to a deal with veteran left-hander Jake Diekman after he spent most of the 2023 season with the Tampa Bay Rays.

This article will be updated soon to provide more information and analysis.