Mets sign Devin Williams
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The New York Mets have stiff competition when it comes to signing star closer Edwin Diaz.
Ronny Mauricio remains intriguing, due largely to his power potential and ability to hit the ball incredibly hard. Mauricio is also a versatile defender, able to handle third base, second base, and shortstop. But he's struggled offensively in the majors, slashing just .234/.295/.369.
Mets icon is remembered for a dramatic 1963 walk-off grand slam, Shea Stadium history, and decades-long contributions as a scout and manager.
The Mets are taking a risk by signing Devin Williams to a multi-year deal.
Among the most important aspects of the Mets agreeing to terms with former Brewers closer Devin Williams on a three-year contract Monday is the fact that, according to multiple sources, the team is still interested in re-signing Edwin Díaz as well.
Williams is the latest Yankee to defect to the Mets in recent years. In 2024, Luis Severino swapped his midnight blues for Mets orange. The following season, reliever-turned-starter Clay Holmes and slugger Juan Soto did too.
The vote totals for the 2025 mayoral election in New York City were released, and Judge received 11 write-in votes. The New York Yankees star wasn't the only baseball player who received some write-in recognition, as free agent Pete Alonso, who has spent his entire career on the New York Mets, received three.
During Wednesday's episode of Mets Hot Stove on SNY, Elizabeth Benn floated the possibility of the Mets reuniting with starting pitcher Chris Bassitt.