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Mets Finalize Devin Williams Deal as Focus Shifts to Frontline Starter, Outfield Bat

With Williams signed, New York targets frontline pitching plus outfield help before the Winter Meetings.

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CINCINNATI, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 05: Edwin Diaz #39 of the New York Mets pitches during the ninth inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park on September 05, 2025 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Mowry/Getty Images)
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - SEPTEMBER 11: Pete Alonso #20 of the New York Mets looks on against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on September 11, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Phillies defeated the Mets 6-4. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 27: Bo Bichette #11 of the Toronto Blue Jays hits a single during the seventh inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers in game three of the 2025 World Series at Dodger Stadium on October 27, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Overview

  • The Mets officially announced a three-year contract for reliever Devin Williams, with one outlet listing the value at $45 million while others reported $51 million.
  • Williams is expected to work late innings for New York and could set up Edwin Díaz or contend for the ninth inning if Díaz departs.
  • After leaving the Yankees for the Mets, Williams addressed critical messages from Bronx fans on Instagram, underscoring the crosstown implications of the move.
  • New York is exploring rotation upgrades via trade, with reported interest in Twins All-Star Joe Ryan and indications Minnesota values Mets prospect Jonah Tong; names like Pablo López and Freddy Peralta have also surfaced in speculation.
  • Following the Nimmo–Semien trade that created an outfield vacancy, the Mets are among teams courting free agent Cody Bellinger, with further movement expected as the Winter Meetings begin in Orlando.