"A pair of pitchers with player options opted into their Mets deals for 2026, which does not provide much of a surprise. AJ Minter, who made just 13 appearances in his debut season in Queens after signing in free agency from the Atlanta Braves, will be back for a second season after recovering from a lat injury that required season-ending surgery in May."
"Frankie Montas will try to bounce back from a nightmare first year with the Mets. Brought in as David Stearns' latest reclamation project, the 32-year-old right-hander posted a bloated 6.28 ERA and was demoted to the bullpen before an elbow injury that required surgery ended his season in Setpember. While he is expected to miss the entirety of the 2026 season, he will make $17 million during his rehab year."
Brooks Raley's club option was exercised, locking him in for 2026 after a 2.45 ERA across 25.2 innings following Tommy John surgery. Drew Smith's $2 million club option was declined, making the 32-year-old a free agent after seven years with the organization. Two pitchers with player options opted into their 2026 deals. AJ Minter will return for a second Mets season after recovering from season-ending lat surgery. Frankie Montas posted a 6.28 ERA, shifted to the bullpen, underwent elbow surgery, and is expected to miss 2026 while earning $17 million during his rehab year.
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