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4mo ago

Mets Sign Frankie Montas to 2-Year, $34 Million Deal

The veteran pitcher joins New York's rotation after a challenging 2024 season with the Reds and Brewers, pending a physical.

Overview

  • Frankie Montas agreed to a two-year, $34 million contract with the New York Mets, earning $17 million annually, with an opt-out after 2025.
  • The agreement is pending a physical, and the Mets have not officially confirmed the signing.
  • Montas, 31, pitched for the Cincinnati Reds and Milwaukee Brewers in 2024, posting a 4.84 ERA across 150 2/3 innings in 30 starts.
  • Despite inconsistent results, Montas showed improvement after being traded to the Brewers, increasing his strikeout rate to 28.7%, ranking 10th among MLB pitchers post-Deadline.
  • The Mets aim to strengthen their rotation following key departures, adding Montas alongside Kodai Senga and David Peterson for the upcoming season.