Adam Ottavino has agreed to a two-year, $14.5 million contract with the New York Mets, sources confirmed on Wednesday. This sees the veteran reliever remain with the team for whom he posted a 2.06 ERA in 66 appearances this year.
Ottavino’s figures made him one of the most consistent relief pitchers in the National League last season. Due to his involvement in crucial moments throughout the season, the Mets were able to rack up 101 wins.
Famed for his fastball-slider mix, Ottavino has recorded a 3.44 ERA with 727 strikeouts and 274 walks. Following his peak in 2018 and 2019, Ottavino struggled to find his form in 2020 and 2021. This year, however, marks the revival of the 37-year-old player’s career. In 2022, Ottavino walked 4.1 batters per nine innings.
The Mets have been highly active in the market this winter, signing pitcher Justin Verlander for $86.6 million, Jose Quintana for $26 million, and David Robertson for $10 million. In addition, the team retained center fielder Brandon Nimmo, who signed for $162 million.
