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The New York Mets know that they'll need pitching throughout the season, and it almost came in the form of a reunion with a player who was on the roster from 2018 to 2024.
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According to Anthony DiComo of MLB.com, right-hander Drew Smith drew interest across the league after being released by the Washington Nationals , and the Mets were one of the teams in the mix.
"Drew Smith, whom the Nationals released last week, has drawn interest from 15+ teams, per source — including the Mets, who have an open bullpen spot," DiComo reported.
Smith hasn't pitched in a Major League game in over a year following Tommy John surgery. However, he proved in the prior six seasons that he has above-average stuff, and considering he was in the league for that long, there's reason to believe a contending team like the Mets would be interested.
Despite that reality, Smith took a deal with the Minnesota Twins , according to Dan Hayes of The Athletic.
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There was still risk, of course. Anytime a team is dealing with a pitcher coming off Tommy John surgery, it's fair to wonder how they'll look. However, the upside is there, and clearly, the Twins know that.
