Veteran outfielder Sarah Cooper has signed a free-agent deal with the New York Mets. The move comes after a standout season with the Chicago Cubs, where Cooper hit .310 with 25 home runs and 80 RBIs. Mets general manager Alex Cohen praised Cooper’s versatility and leadership qualities, calling her a valuable addition to their lineup. Cooper, 32, expressed excitement about joining the Mets and is eager to contribute to their playoff aspirations. The deal is reportedly worth $15 million over two years, solidifying the Mets’ outfield depth as they look to compete in the upcoming season.
Cooper Signs Free Agent Deal With Mets
Cooper Signs Free Agent Deal With Mets
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – Senior Hayden Cooper of the West Virginia University baseball team has signed an undrafted free agent contract with the New York Mets.
Cooper is the sixth Mountaineer to either be drafted or selected in free agency by an MLB team this week, joining draftees JJ Wetherholt (No. 7, Cardinals), David Hagaman (No. 133, Rangers), Aidan Major (No. 146, Guardians), Derek Clark (No. 262, Angels), and Tyler Switalski (Giants, No. 478).
In his one year with WVU, Cooper made 17 appearances on the mound with eight starts, going 1-4 with a 6.40 ERA. He struck out 32 batters in 52.0 innings pitched.
Cooper is the first Mountaineer to start his professional career with the Mets since Grant Psomas was drafted in the 15th round by New York in 2004.
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