The New York Mets entered the All-Star break trailing the Philadelphia Phillies by a half-game for the National League East and have many pitchers on the injured list for various amounts of time. According to Will Sammon of The Athletic, the Mets are among several teams that have looked into adding veteran reliever David Robertson.
Much like veteran starter Lance Lynn, Robertson did not receive a contract in the offseason. Unlike Lynn, Robertson did not opt for retirement and instead has continued to throw in hopes of earning a chance in the big leagues once again.
Robertson pitched last season with the Texas Rangers, appearing in 68 games, posting a 3.00 ERA. Robertson turned 40 years old in April and is on the older end of the league, but was serviceable last year and could be again for a contender down the stretch.
The Mets make sense to be interested, as they have suffered more than their fair share of pitching injuries this year. The Mets have lost three total pitchers to season-ending injuries this season, and one late last season, who is missing all of this year.
Robertson would give veteran depth to the New York bullpen, and if he continues pitching the way he did last season, another high-leverage arm in the bag for the Mets.
With the trade deadline fast approaching, if the Mets do not like the market for relief pitchers, Robertson could be an alternate route to fill their needs.
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