Another pitcher in the free-agent market has reportedly found a new team. Despite having significant financial resources, the New York Mets, led by owner Steve Cohen, have refrained from making major signings during this offseason.
Instead, they’ve focused on improving the team without pursuing expensive, high-profile moves. Their strategy has centered on acquiring players with potential on more affordable contracts.
One player the Woodruff will be sidelined for the entire 2024 season due to shoulder surgery and was not tendered a coMets were considering, but who is no longer available, is two-time All-Star Brandon Woodruff. Unfortunately, ntract by the Milwaukee Brewers earlier in the offseason.
Woodruff appeared to be a promising option for the Mets due to his significant potential when healthy and the expectation of a relatively low-cost deal because of his injury situation.
However, reports suggest that the Mets have missed out on signing him, as Woodruff is set to re-sign with the Brewers, according to information from the New York Post’s Jon Heyman.
“Breaking news: Brandon Woodruff is returning to the Brewers,” announced Heyman, revealing a two-year deal. Securing Woodruff’s services could have been a significant boost for the Mets.
Although he won’t be pitching in 2024, the Mets’ chances of contention are higher in 2025. A fully recovered Woodruff could have provided the Mets with a top-tier pitcher at a discounted rate.
Throughout his seven seasons in the majors, Woodruff has maintained a career 3.10 ERA and has recorded an ERA under 3.00 in two of the last three seasons.
