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Grading the NY Mets free agent signing of Devin Williams

So long, Edwin Diaz. The New York Mets have moved on from their star closer in favor of Devin Williams. Signed for a reported 3 years with money ranging between $45-50 million, it's about half of what was expected to land in Diaz's wallet with a contract expected to approach $100 million overall.

Devin Williams Mets deal: $45M for 3 years. $5M per deferred for 11/20 years with $6M bonus prorated equal over 3 yrs

— Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) December 2, 2025

Reliever Devin Williams and the New York Mets are in agreement on a three-year contract that guarantees more than $50 million, sources tell ESPN.