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Mets Sign Craig Kimbrel to Minor-League Deal With Spring Invite

The nine-time All-Star gets a spring tryout on a minor deal reportedly worth $2.5 million only if he makes the roster.

Houston Astros relief pitcher Craig Kimbrel (46) walks off the field during the game between the Texas Rangers and the Houston Astros at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
HOUSTON, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 04: Craig Kimbrel #46 of the Houston Astros pitches in the seventh inning during a game against the New York Yankees at Daikin Park on September 04, 2025 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Houston Astros/Getty Images)
Sep 14, 2025; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Houston Astros relief pitcher Craig Kimbrel (46) pitches against the Atlanta Braves during the seventh inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Jon Heyman of the New York Post reported the agreement, which brings Kimbrel to major-league camp to compete for a bullpen spot.
  • The Athletic’s Will Sammon reported the contract would pay a $2.5 million base salary if Kimbrel is promoted to the major-league club.
  • Kimbrel, 37, appeared in 14 MLB games in 2025 between the Braves and Astros, posting a 2.25 ERA with 17 strikeouts in 12 innings.
  • The move is viewed as low-risk depth as the Mets rework late-inning roles after losing Edwin Díaz and adding relievers Devin Williams, Luke Weaver and Luis Garcia.
  • If he does not win a job out of camp, reporting indicates Kimbrel could open at Triple-A Syracuse or pursue another major-league opportunity.