Breaking: The Mets are expected to sign a three-year, $100 million contract with another Mariners star.
By agreeing to a one-year, $2.4 million contract with outfielder Jose Siri, the New York Mets avoided arbitration and took care of some winter housekeeping. Siri’s offensive output in 2024 was largely lacking, but his strength and defensive adaptability add depth that may be useful in 2025.
A Powerful Bat with Limited Contact
Siri’s 2024 season with the Tampa Bay Rays demonstrated both his obvious shortcomings and his strong points. Siri had a.187/.255/.366 line across 130 games, including 18 home runs and 47 RBIs. Although he has excellent power figures, his poor hitting average and.255 on-base percentage show that he has trouble maintaining plate discipline and making reliable contact.
Siri’s profile makes him a possible situational asset for a Mets club trying to bolster its squad. His ability to alter a game with a single swing is demonstrated by the 18 home runs he hit while having a batting average below.200. But it would be dangerous to depend on him as a regular contributor.
Value is Added by Defensive Versatility
Siri excels in the outfield, where his quickness and intuition make him a dependable defender. Siri can cover a lot of ground whether positioned in center, left, or right field, giving the Mets versatility in how they rotate their outfield. With players like Brandon Nimmo occupying center field but occasionally requiring a break, Siri offers a reliable backup who can meet the demands of the position.
Even on days when his bat isn’t performing well, he may still be a valuable member of the squad because to his defensive abilities. The Mets are
likely to employ him in a position that takes advantage of this, like a platoon option against left-handed pitching or a defensive substitute in the late innings.
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