New York Mets reliever Dellin Betances had some bittersweet news for the media on Tuesday. After his simulated game, Betances said his velocity isn’t “close to normal” but believes he will be ready come Opening Day, per John Harper of SNY.
The 31-year-old spent the entirety of his eight-year major-league career with the New York Yankees — the team that drafted him — before signing a one-year deal with the Mets this past offseason.
Betances is arguably one of the best relievers in the game but has a history of injuries.