Empire Sports Media · Feb 15, 2025
Mets star closer discusses potential 2025 opt-out decision
Jul 7, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Mets catcher Luis Torrens (13) and relief pitcher Edwin Diaz (39) celebrate after defeating the Pittsburgh Pirates during the ninth inning at PNC Park. The Mets won 3-2. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY SportsBefore the 2023 season, the New York Mets locked up their dominant closer Edwin Diaz with a five-year, $102 million contract. The deal was historic for a reliever, reflecting just how electrifying Diaz had been on the mound. But within the fine print lies an interesting wrinkle: an opt-out clause following the 2025 season. This small detail could turn into a major storyline depending on how things unfold.