The New York Mets have secured a two-year contract with left-handed reliever A.J. Minter worth $22 million, allowing him the option to become a free agent after the 2025 World Series. Minter, 31, has undergone significant health challenges, including left hip surgery that followed a torn labrum and impingement diagnosis. In 2023, he performed commendably with a 2.62 ERA and one save in 39 appearances before his surgery ended his season early.

Previously, Minter spent his entire eight-year career with the Atlanta Braves, where he played a pivotal role in their 2021 World Series win. His impressive postseason stats include a 2.88 ERA over 20 games. The Mets aim to bolster their bullpen after earlier acquisitions of pitchers such as Sean Manaea and Frankie Montas, seeking a reliable late-inning option to support closer Edwin Díaz.