Stanek, who turns 33 today, has a 4.38 ERA across 39 innings with a high strikeout rate but also nearly 10% walk rate. Recent struggles include allowing five runs in 5 2/3 innings this month.
Stanek, with a career 3.54 ERA, throws above 98 MPH on his fastball, excels in striking out batters, but struggles with command and occasionally gives up home runs, making him a potential middle innings option.
The Mets acquiring Stanek is a low-cost move to bolster their bullpen with a power arm. This acquisition follows a similar strategy to their recent trade bringing in Maton, Stanek's former teammate.
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