"But the right-hander agreed to a three-year, $51 million deal with the New York Mets this week knowing the ninth inning could go to Edwin Diaz if the All-Star closer returns to Queens in free agency. "I think it's just a good situation," Williams said on a video call with reporters Friday. "If he comes back, I think we're going to have a really good back of the 'pen. More good arms is always a good thing. That's really it.""
"Díaz opted out of his contract last month with two years and $38 million remaining determined to secure another multi-year deal approaching the five-year, $102 million pact he signed with the Mets after the 2022 season. The Mets remain interested in a reunion, sources tell ESPN, but Williams gives them a proven backup plan, which could dampen the Mets' willingness to meet Diaz's demands."
Devin Williams agreed to a three-year, $51 million contract with the New York Mets while acknowledging Edwin Díaz could reclaim the ninth-inning role if he returns. Díaz opted out of his contract with two years and $38 million remaining to pursue a larger multi-year deal similar to the five-year, $102 million pact he signed after the 2022 season. The Mets remain interested in reuniting with Díaz, but Williams provides a proven alternative in the back of the bullpen. Williams previously excelled as a setup man, won NL Rookie of the Year in 2020, and posted a 1.46 ERA with 50 saves from 2023–24.
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