Devin Williams, Luke Weaver Meet Mets’ Contract Standards, Another Surpasses Expectations
The New York Mets leaned on payroll to stabilize their late innings. Devin Williams and Luke Weaver were given multi-million-dollar commitments. Both pitchers have delivered scoreless work through 10 innings combined.
Bargain performance from Brooks Raley
Brooks Raley returned to form after elbow surgery. He earned a $4.75 million club option from the Mets.
In 2025, Raley posted a 2.45 ERA across 25.1 innings. He allowed 14 hits, issued six walks, and struck out 25 batters.
Platoon splits and leverage usage
Left-handed hitters managed just a .103 batting average against him. Their slugging percentage was .138.
Right-handers hit .177 with a .242 slugging mark. Nearly a quarter of his work came in high-leverage situations.
Injury comeback and early-season form
Tommy John surgery curtailed Raley’s 2024 season. He returned the following year and produced reliable innings.
He opened this season with 4.2 scoreless innings. Raley allowed two hits and fanned seven in that span.
How the market compares
The Mets are getting production at a below-market price. Comparable relievers command much higher salaries across MLB.
| Reliever | Approx. annual pay |
|---|---|
| Tanner Scott | $18 million |
| A.J. Minter | $11 million |
| Gregory Soto | $7.75 million |
| Aroldis Chapman | $13.3 million |
| Steven Matz | $7.5 million |
The Mets committed roughly $17 million to Devin Williams. They also committed about $11 million to Luke Weaver. Devin Williams and Luke Weaver meet Mets’ contract standards, while another surpasses expectations.
Value proposition for the Mets
Raley’s results mirror what teams pay top dollar for. The difference is the modest contract figure.
Filmogaz.com views Raley as elite value versus both teammates and the wider reliever market. The Mets have been rewarded whenever he takes the ball.
