Mets Add Wagaman for Depth, Left-Handed Bat

0:00On April 29th, the New York Metz just scooped up in-fielder-out-fielder Eric Wageman off-wavers from the Minnesota twins and sent him straight to Triple A C-Racuse. This move came after the twins designated him for a Simon last week to make room on their 40-man roster for a lever Christian Roa, who they grabbed from the Houston Astros. Earlier this winter, the twins got Wageman from the Miami Marlins in a minor league trade. He debuted in the majors last year with the Los Angeles Angels and played a bunch with Miami-2, showing versatility at first base, third, and the corners while hitting left these pretty well. But he struggled hard this season in Triple A St. Paul, batting just 159. Meanwhile, the Metz are sitting at 10-19, tied for the worst record in baseball, and scoring the second fewest runs. Fans are hurting with injuries piling up, like Juan Soto's recent calf strain, Boba Shetz neat issues last year, and Jorge Palanco on the shelf now.

1:00With a risk problem, Wageman fits his depth insurance, mixing in right feel with guys like Tyrone Taylor and Brett Beatty, or covering first if needed. With all three option years left, he's low risk, and one more injury could bump him to the big club quick. It's not fireworks, but in a rough stretch, this claim gives the Metz flexible pop against lefties and keeps their roster ready for whatever hits. Stay locked in with New York Metz News today, AI-powered updates.