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Mets Urged to Cut Ties With $38 Million All-Star After Just 1 Season

Mets Urged to Cut Ties With $38 Million All-Star After Just 1 Season

Summary

The New York Mets may consider trading Clay Holmes, a pitcher who joined the team with a $38 million contract. Holmes had mixed results in his first season, and due to injuries in the Mets' rotation, he played a bigger role than planned. The Mets might change their pitching lineup next season.

Key Facts

  • The New York Mets signed Clay Holmes for a three-year, $38 million deal.
  • Holmes was a two-time All-Star closer with the New York Yankees before joining the Mets.
  • In his first full season as a starter, Holmes had a 3.53 ERA in 31 starts.
  • The Mets faced injuries in their starting rotation, leading them to rely more on Holmes.
  • There is a possibility that the Mets could trade Holmes to improve their pitching lineup.
  • The Oakland Athletics might be interested in acquiring Holmes to strengthen their team.
  • Holmes has a low home run allowance rate, which could be valuable for a team like the Athletics.

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