🔥 HOT NEWS: Mets capitalize on White Sox DFA to address looming bullpen gap ⚡.DD

As spring training approaches, the Mets continue making calculated adjustments beneath the surface of their roster.

Apr 22, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Bryan Hudson (52) delivers a pitch against the San Francisco Giants during the eighth inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images | D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

Their latest move brings left-handed reliever Bryan Hudson to Queens in exchange for cash considerations.

The acquisition coincides with Reed Garrett’s placement on the 60-day injured list.

Garrett is expected to miss the entire season following Tommy John surgery.

Jul 30, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; New York Mets relief pitcher Brooks Raley (25) throws a pitch during the seventh inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: David Frerker-Imagn Images | David Frerker-Imagn Images

That roster shift created both necessity and opportunity within the bullpen.

Hudson arrives one year removed from an exceptional 2024 campaign.

Sources: The Mets have acquired lefty reliever Bryan Hudson from the White Sox for cash. Hudson was DFAd a few days back. Hudson was terrific for the Brewers in 2024 (1.73 ERA in 62.1IP). But 4.80 ERA in 15 IP with Brewers/White Sox last year.

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He posted a 1.73 ERA across more than sixty innings with Milwaukee.

Last season proved far less stable, however.

Splitting time between organizations, Hudson recorded a 4.80 ERA in limited action.

The Mets appear to be betting on recapturing earlier form rather than dwelling on recent inconsistency.

His five-pitch mix and lower arm slot offer stylistic variation.

Left-handed depth remains a priority for New York.

A.J. Minter is expected to open the season on the injured list.

Brooks Raley stands as the lone fully healthy established lefty.

Hudson could temporarily stabilize that imbalance.

If he rebounds, he may permanently secure a role.

Four bullpen spots appear locked entering camp.

Beyond them, competition intensifies for the remaining openings.

Huascar Brazobán and Tobias Myers enter camp with legitimate chances.

Myers’ versatility adds another layer of intrigue.

Stretched as a starter, he remains capable of long relief deployment.

Veteran Craig Kimbrel and several prospects linger in the mix.

Roster decisions will hinge on durability and adaptability.

Hudson’s arrival signals the Mets’ willingness to exploit marginal opportunities.

The move lacks flash.

It does not lack intent.

In a season built on depth and contingency planning, subtle additions matter.