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Mets Lose 4-Year Veteran to Free Agency After Short Stint

Mets Lose 4-Year Veteran to Free Agency After Short Stint

Summary

The New York Mets have lost veteran outfielder José Azocar to free agency. Azocar, who played 12 games for the Mets last season, has signed with the Atlanta Braves.

Key Facts

  • José Azocar is a veteran outfielder who elected free agency on November 6.
  • He played 12 games for the New York Mets last season.
  • Azocar spent most of the previous season in Triple-A Syracuse.
  • He signed with the Atlanta Braves after leaving the Mets.
  • Azocar's major league stats with the Mets included a .278 batting average and one stolen base.
  • He played 71 games in Triple-A, hitting four home runs with 28 RBIs.
  • Azocar has played in 228 MLB games over four seasons, including three with the San Diego Padres.
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