Craig Kimbrel Signs Minor League Deal with Mets, Eyes Bullpen Spot

Veteran closer Craig Kimbrel, 37, has agreed to a minor league deal with the New York Mets, including an invite to MLB Spring Training, with a $2.5M base salary if he makes the team. Kimbrel, 5th all-time with 440 saves and a 2.58 career ERA, bounced between Triple-A and the majors last season (Rangers, Braves, Astros). He posted a 2.25 ERA with 17 strikeouts in 12 big league innings (13 with Astros). He will compete for a bullpen spot as the Mets overhaul their relief corps.