The New York Mets, in their pursuit of a competitive rotation, have seen mixed results from their mid-tier offseason acquisitions. While Frankie Montas has been moved to the bullpen after a rocky performance in the season, another pitcher on the roster is arguably in a more precarious position.
Montas, who signed a two-year, $34 million deal with a player option after 2025, has a contract that offers the team a degree of control and a significant financial commitment. This investment makes the Mets more likely to try and salvage his performance. However, for another pitcher on the staff, the path forward is far less certain.