While the preparation for a new season has just gotten underway, Carlos Mendoza has a lot on his plate heading into his second season as Mets manager.

Within the next week, it will be time for the Mets’ new star to finish his victory lap from the winter and begin his spring.

Smith was at the heart of Cleveland's bullpen dominance. The rookie reliever finished the 2024 season with a 1.91 ERA, a 0.90 WHIP, and a 213 ERA+.

For a second straight winter the Mets avoided the high end of the free agent market in addressing their pitching needs.