Mets Sign Devin Williams to Three-Year Deal

Devin Williams, 31, joins the Mets after a single season with the Yankees following a trade from the Brewers. While his ERA with the Yankees was a career-worst, advanced stats indicate potential for improvement. His fastball-changeup combination remains potent, and his strong finish to the 2025 season, including scoreless postseason outings, provides optimism.

The Mets, under president of baseball operations David Stearns, are familiar with Williams from their time together in Milwaukee. The team is hoping Williams can regain his form as one of the league’s top relievers, potentially forming a strong duo with Edwin Diaz, should the Mets re-sign him. The contract includes a signing bonus with annual deferrals, indicating a strategic financial approach by the Mets.

How to Prepare: Mets fans can anticipate a potentially strong addition to the bullpen, while keeping an eye on how Williams integrates into the team dynamic and whether he can replicate his Brewers success.

Who This Affects Most: This move primarily affects the Mets’ bullpen construction and their strategy for late-game situations. It also impacts Williams, who gets a chance to revive his career in a new environment.

Three years for over $50 million, including a signing bonus with annual deferrals.

While his ERA was high, underlying metrics suggest he was somewhat unlucky.

He is expected to be a key part of the Mets’ bullpen, potentially in a setup role or as a closer, depending on other roster moves.

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