Andrew Chafin
The New York Mets desperately need someone that can provide quality innings from the left side.
Neither Joely Rodriguez nor Chasen Shreve has been the answer this year. Both pitchers have been subpar at best. Shreve did have a solid start to the year, but it is becoming clear why the Mets were able to add him on a minor league deal.
It is clear that the Mets need help from the left side in the bullpen. While plenty of teams are going to be seeking left handed relievers, the Mets absolutely need to land a strong option. Andrew Chafin, who had been dealt at the deadline last year, would be a perfect fit.
Chafin has continued his strong showing with the Tigers this year, posting a 2.51 ERA and a 1.186 WHiP in his 14.1 innings, striking out 16 batters with four walks while posting a 51.3% ground ball rate. He has also held left handed hitters to a .231/.333/.308 batting line in 30 plate appearances, numbers that would play well in the Mets’ bullpen.
The New York Mets have a major need for a solid left handed reliever. Andrew Chafin would solve those problems.