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The New York Mets announced another move on Tuesday afternoon. The team has re-signed left-handed pitcher Brandon Waddell to a one-year major league deal. Wad
Pete Alonso and Edwin Díaz are the notable Mets who have opted out of their contracts, but another Mets Veteran has elected free agency. Drew Smith's club option was declined by the team, according to SNY. Smith underwent Tommy John surgery in 2024 and signed a one-year deal for 2025. However, the deal also came with a club option for 2026.
Not including Pete Alonso and Edwin Díaz, the Mets had eight players enter free agency to kick off this offseason.
In a move that has been expected, Frankie Montas picked up his option with the New York Mets for the 2026 season.
The New York Mets have a lot of gaps to fill this winter, and one of their big sluggers is projected to sign a $140 million deal.
Left-hander Brandon Waddell, a notable success story of the 2025 Mets, is back for another season. The Mets on Tuesday signed Waddell to a Major League contract, fresh off a year that saw him post a 3.