Díaz Becomes Free Agent, Exits Mets Contract
Edwin Díaz has made headlines by opting out of his contract with the New York Mets, officially becoming a free agent. This decision was reported by Ken Rosenthal from The Athletic.
Díaz’s Contract Breakdown
The 31-year-old right-hander had two years remaining on a five-year, $102 million contract signed in 2022. Despite this, Díaz chose to pursue free agency.
Performance Highlights
- Last season, Díaz achieved a remarkable 1.63 ERA.
- He successfully saved 28 games.
- His strikeout rate was impressive at 13.3 strikeouts per nine innings.
- Díaz pitched for a total of 66 1/3 innings.
Career Statistics
Díaz has established himself as one of the elite closers in Major League Baseball. Over his career, he has recorded:
- 253 career saves
- 839 strikeouts
- 520 major league appearances
His previous teams include both the New York Mets and Seattle Mariners.
Other Free Agency Moves
On the same day, San Diego Padres closer Robert Suarez also opted out of his contract, entering free agency.
