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Williams, renowned for his elite stuff and high strikeout rates, has experienced ups and downs during his career, including a rocky stint with the Yankees. Nevertheless, his underlying numbers tell a different story. While his ERA of 4.79 in the past season may seem unimpressive, his expected ERA is at an impressive 3.09, with a batting average against under .200. His high-end whiff rates — nearly 35% — and a plus fastball combined with a devastating changeup make him an ideal candidate to anchor the Mets’ late-inning staff.