"Edwin Díaz is, without question, the best reliever on the market. In fact, it's already been reported that the Jays have spoken to his camp, showing that they're willing to go big for the bullpen this season. Adding Díaz to an already solid bullpen would be game-changing. Last season with the New York Mets, Díaz had a 1.63 ERA and 2.28 FIP in 66.1 innings pitched, with a 38 K% and 8.1 BB%."
"Funnily enough, his performance in 2022 earned him a monster deal, signing a five-year contract worth $102 million. Of course, he only spent three seasons with the Mets, missing the entirety of the 2023 season, before opting out to presumably sign another monster deal. Díaz is about as consistent as they come. Last season, Díaz picked up 28 saves, blowing just three. For his career, he has 253 saves in 294 opportunities, shockingly similar to Iglesias' 253 saves in 291 opportunities."
The reliever market typically remains quiet until the Winter Meetings, but Edwin Díaz stands out as the premier available arm. The Blue Jays have already engaged Díaz's camp, indicating willingness to pursue a high-end bullpen upgrade. Díaz posted a 1.63 ERA and 2.28 FIP in 66.1 innings last season with a 38% strikeout rate and an 8.1% walk rate. He previously signed a five-year, $102 million deal, missed the 2023 season, then opted out. Díaz has 253 career saves in 294 opportunities and would cost the signing club draft pick compensation if signed.
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