The Mets are closing in on a deal with Chris Young, according to Adam Rubin of ESPNNewYork.com. The deal is pending a physical. That could be more than a formality for Young, who missed most of last season with a shoulder strain before pitching in September.
Reports earlier in the month suggested Young was nearing a decision and willing to accept less than $2MM in guaranteed money. A deal with the Mets would reunite him with two of his former Padres bosses, current Mets execs Sandy Alderson and Paul DePodesta.
This post was first published January 17th.
Has the potential to be a good signing.
This is a move they have to make, he’d be a perfect fit as long as he stays healthy. Right now, I’d say their rotation is ahead of only the Pirates, it’s that bad. A ton of unproven guys and Pelfrey is a 3-4 starter on a good team. Chris Young has the potential to be a solid #2 or so.