The Mets added pitching depth on Monday morning, agreeing to terms on a minor league deal with right-hander Carl Edwards Jr., according to Will Sammon of The Athletic.
Edwards, 34, has pitched for eight teams throughout his 11-year major league career, including a successful five-year run with the Chicago Cubs, winning a World Series in 2016. He appeared in 192 regular season games with the Cubs, pitching to a 3.30 ERA.
Since his days with the Cubs, Edwards has pitched for the Padres, Mariners, Braves, Blue Jays, Nationals, Angels, and Rangers.
Overall, the reliever has a 3.56 career ERA.
According to Sammon, Edwards’ contract includes an invite to major league spring training.
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