David Stearns has a strong familiarity with Tobias Myers, who excelled in his postseason debut by allowing only two hits and striking out five batters in five scoreless innings during Game 3 of the 2024 Wild Card Series. Stearns and the Mets valued Myers’ fearlessness and versatility, as he succeeded both as a starter with a 3.48 ERA and as a reliever with a 1.62 ERA. Myers will add depth to the Mets’ rotation but is expected to start the season in the bullpen, with a minor league option available. His ability to pitch in crucial moments was a significant factor in the Mets acquiring him as part of a deal for Freddy Peralta.
