Forget the meltdown he had in Game 2 of the Wild Card series against the Yankees. Brad Hand is, arguably, the top left-handed reliever available in the market. As such, he has drawn interest from many clubs, and the last one to join the list are, of course, the New York Mets.
The Mets are seeking relief help since there is still some uncertainty regarding Seth Lugo’s role. The team brought elite righty Trevor May and lots of upside plays, but if they are able to secure Hand, the unit could be one of the best in the league on paper.