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Yankees Sign Paul Blackburn to Major-League Deal After Mets Release

The move adds experienced pitching depth for the stretch run.

Jun 28, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Mets starting pitcher Paul Blackburn (58) delivers a pitch against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the first inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images/ File Photo
Jun 23, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; New York Yankees starting pitcher Allan Winans (62) pitches against the Cincinnati Reds in the fifth inning at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images/ File Photo
Paul Blackburn #58 and Francisco Alvarez #4 of the New York Mets react to the dugout for help with their radio communication during the first inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium on June 02, 2025 in Los Angeles.
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Overview

  • New York added the 31-year-old right-hander to the active roster Thursday and optioned Allan Winans to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
  • Blackburn was designated for assignment and released by the Mets earlier this week, making him available to sign.
  • He struggled in the majors this season with a 6.85 ERA over seven games for the Mets and spent significant time on the injured list with shoulder and knee issues.
  • His recent Triple-A stint with Syracuse was stronger, with eight starts and a 2.55 ERA.
  • The Yankees did not define his role, with reports split between multi-inning bullpen work and potential rotation depth, and his track record includes a 4.96 career ERA and a 2022 All-Star selection with Oakland.