Mets, Rays Complete Trade Sending 28-Year-Old Righty to New York
Summary
The New York Mets have acquired 28-year-old right-handed pitcher Joey Gerber from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for cash. Gerber will join the Mets' roster as they seek to improve their pitching depth after a challenging season.Key Facts
- The Mets traded cash to the Tampa Bay Rays to get Joey Gerber.
- Joey Gerber is a 28-year-old right-handed pitcher with major league experience.
- Gerber was designated for assignment by the Rays to make room for other players.
- He has played only two major league games this year, allowing one earned run in 4 1/3 innings.
- Gerber needs to stay on the Mets' 40-man roster because he has no minor-league options left.
- In Triple-A this season, Gerber had a 6.23 ERA over 43 1/3 innings but struck out 54 batters.
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