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Mets, Rays Complete Trade Sending 28-Year-Old Righty to New York

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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