Summary
The New York Mets signed Tyler Burch, a minor-league pitcher, to a rare two-year contract. Burch recently had Tommy John surgery and will likely miss most of the season but is expected to return next year. This move helps the Mets manage his recovery and secure his future potential as a player.
Key Facts
- The Mets signed Tyler Burch, a 28-year-old pitcher, to a two-year minor-league contract.
- Burch is recovering from Tommy John surgery and will not play for most of the current season.
- The Mets believe Burch has potential as a middle reliever in big-league games.
- Burch was with the Colorado Rockies last season but became a free agent after not playing due to his surgery.
- He has played 114 games in minor leagues, mostly as a relief pitcher, with a 3.71 ERA and 186 strikeouts.
- The two-year deal helps the Mets manage his rehab and prevents other teams from picking him in the Rule 5 Draft.
