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In a surprising turn of events, the Mets have bolstered their bullpen by signing AJ Minter from the Atlanta Braves on a two-year, $22 million deal, which includes a player option after the first year. Hosts of the podcast were enthusiastic about this acquisition, especially since Minter is a left-handed reliever—something the Mets have needed.
The timing of the signing was particularly noteworthy as it followed closely behind Tanner Scott's signing with the Los Angeles Dodgers for four years at $72 million, which sparked comparisons between the two contracts. While Tanner Scott's deal carries more risk over a longer term, the Mets’ decision to contract Minter for a shorter period was praised for its prudence, even though Scott is viewed as a more talented reliever.