Mets Eye Reunion with Drew Smith for Bullpen Depth

0:00On March 25, the New York Mets kick off their season tomorrow at home against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Fans are buzzing after a rough year, but one big question lingers about their bullpen death. The team is eyeing a reunion with former reliever Drew Smith, who just became a free agent. Smith spent six years with the Mets from 2018 to 2024. He posted a solid 3.48 earned run average over nearly 200 innings with 202 strikeouts. He even helped with their combined no-hitter in 2022, though injuries have dogged him, including Tommy John's surgery last year. Earlier this week, the Washington Nationals released the 32-year-old right-hander despite his sharp spring training. He threw 5.1 scoreless innings and fans seven batters. Now, more than 15 teams want him, and the Mets have an open spot. The Mets locked in their bullpen Wednesday, adding names like Richard Love Lady to a group with Huascar Brazobahn, Brooks Rayleigh, and Devin Williams. But they used the record 46 pictures last season, and with AJ Mentor starting on the injured

1:04list, Depp feels crucial. A low-cost deal for Smith could shore up things early, helping avoid last year's pitching woes as they chase redemption this season. I'm Corey with The Story, and you've been listening to M.O.B News today, AI Power Baseball