The New York Mets have signed 33-year-old right-hander Julian Merryweather to a minor league deal. Originally drafted by Cleveland in 2014, Merryweather showed promise during his debut season with the Blue Jays, but injury struggles hindered his development over the years. After experiencing a solid season with the Cubs in 2023, achievements were overshadowed by injuries and performance declines in 2024. Despite initially being viewed as a high-leverage option, Merryweather's progression was stunted due to persistent knee issues and reduced velocity. The Mets hope to leverage his potential as he navigates a path to recovery.
Merryweather entered the 2024 season firmly in the Cubs' late inning mix but struggled due to a knee injury that affected both his performance and mechanics.
Despite a strong showing in 2023, Merryweather’s performance deteriorated in 2024, attributed to injuries that led to a significant drop in velocity and an inflated ERA.
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