The New York Mets are close to finalizing a deal with left-handed reliever Jake Diekman, as reported by league sources and confirmed by WillSammon and @Ken_Rosenthal. The deal is pending a physical examination and the sides are not yet in agreement, but optimism remains high. The Mets' bullpen has been strengthened by recent additions, including Shintaro Fujinami and the return of Adam Ottavino, with Edwin Diaz as closer. Diekman's acquisition is viewed favorably, particularly after his time with the Tampa Bay Rays, who are noted for their effective bullpen management.
In the last week, the Mets have added Shintaro Fujinami, Jake Diekman, and returned Adam Ottavino in front of Edwin Diaz. On paper, this is better than *any* combo of late-inning relievers the team had in 2023.
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The Mets are in agreement with LH reliever Jake Diekman, pending physical.
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The Mets are in talks with LH reliever Jake Diekman, as @WillSammon reported. The sides are not in agreement pending physical at this time, but I hear some optimism. More on the Mets overall roster and bullpen situations in a column shortly.
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The Mets are close to an agreement with left-handed reliever Jake Diekman, league sources told me and @Ken_Rosenthal: https://t.co/QdQo9XqlZs
#Mets re-signed Adam Ottavino over the weekend and remain interested in Wandy Peralta @john_jastremski, @EliseMenaker, @sal_licata and Terry Collins share their thoughts on how the bullpen is starting to come together https://t.co/KkYrWn1N5E
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