Overview
- Multiple outlets, first citing the New York Post’s Jon Heyman, reported Saturday that Kimbrel agreed to a minor-league contract with a spring-training invite.
- Will Sammon of The Athletic reported the contract would pay $2.5 million if Kimbrel earns a place on the major-league roster.
- Kimbrel, 37, appeared in 14 MLB games in 2025 with the Braves and Astros, posting a 2.25 ERA, and spent much of the year in the minors.
- The move fits the Mets’ bullpen overhaul after Edwin Díaz’s departure, following additions of Devin Williams, Luke Weaver and Luis Garcia.
- Kimbrel’s role will be determined in spring training, with the possibility of opening at Triple-A Syracuse or pursuing another opportunity if he does not make the team.