The New York Mets have solidified their bullpen by re-signing right-handed reliever Sean Reid-Foley to a one-year contract, avoiding arbitration. The deal highlights the team’s strategy to maintain a strong bullpen while addressing key roster changes. Reid-Foley, 29, posted an impressive 1.66 ERA over 21⅔ innings in 2024, despite his season being shortened by a shoulder impingement. His consistent performances make him a valuable piece for the Mets’ pitching depth.
The Mets’ decision to retain Reid-Foley comes amid a series of moves to reshape their bullpen for the upcoming season. Alongside this re-signing, the team non-tendered outfielder Alex Ramírez, as well as pitchers Grant Hartwig and Alex Young, opening up 40-man roster spots. These moves suggest a focus on optimizing the roster to contend in 2025.
Reid-Foley’s return will bolster a bullpen that already includes key contributors such as Edwin Díaz and Adam Ottavino, who are expected to play significant roles next season. The Mets’ ongoing efforts to refine their roster, including recent additions like Shintaro Fujinami and Jake Diekman earlier this year, underline the organization’s commitment to strengthening their pitching unit.
These transactions reflect the leadership of David Stearns, the Mets’ president of baseball operations, as he builds a competitive roster for 2025. Fans will be looking forward to how Reid-Foley and the revamped bullpen perform in their quest for postseason success.
