Mets Sign Tommy Pham for Depth

It's March 26th. I'm Cory with the story. This is MLB News Today, driven by AI and

built for baseball fans. The New York Mets made a last-minute roster move hours before

their 2026 season opener, signing veteran outfielder Tommy Fam to a minor.

League Deal, the 38-year-old, will earn $2,250,000 if he makes the majors, with incenses

up to $3 million, $100,000. He can opt out by April 25th. This marks Fam's second

time with the Mets following a solid Stin in 2023 where he hit well in limited action

before getting traded. To Arizona at the deadline, last season with Pittsburgh, he still showed

power, belting 10 home runs, despite a down year overall. Fam had some sharp words about

the old Mets clubhouse after leaving, but the team has turned over its roster completely

since then. Fans see this as low-risk depth insurance, especially with the outfield

stacked by Juan Soto, and left Luis Robert Jr. in center, and rookie Carson, Benjay

and Wright. An injury to Mike Talkman, who tore his meniscus and camp and needs surgery,

opened the door. Fam figures to start in AAA Syracuse, but could push for time against

left-handed pitchers, where he's always performed well.

That piece is like Brett Beatty, Tyrone Taylor and Jared Young round out the group.

With opening day underway, this smart addition gives the Mets flexibility as they chase a

strong start in a competitive division.