The New York Mets have made a surprising move by placing veteran right-hander Sean Reid-Foley on outright waivers, according to a report by MLB.com's Anthony DiComo. This move has raised some eyebrows, as it is not entirely clear what the Mets' plan is for the 27-year-old reliever.
At this point, it does not appear that Reid-Foley has been designated for assignment, which means he still remains on the Mets' 40-man roster. This could suggest that the team is simply trying to gauge interest in the righty or create some space on the roster for other potential moves.
Reid-Foley has been a part of the Mets' organization since 2020, when he was claimed off waivers from the Toronto Blue Jays. He has made 53 appearances for the Mets over the past three seasons, posting a 4.38 ERA and striking out 72 batters in 63.2 innings.
While Reid-Foley has shown flashes of brilliance on the mound, he has also struggled with consistency and injuries. The Mets may be looking to upgrade their bullpen and view Reid-Foley as expendable, or they could be trying to sneak him through waivers and assign him to the minor leagues.
The waiver process typically takes a few days, during which time other teams can claim Reid-Foley and add him to their own roster. If he clears waivers, the Mets can then assign him to the minor leagues or release him outright.
This move is likely to generate some interest around the league, as Reid-Foley still has some potential as a reliever. However, his inconsistency and injury history may give some teams pause, and it remains to be seen whether he will be claimed by another team or remain with the Mets.
As the offseason continues to unfold, the Mets are likely to make more moves to shape their roster for the upcoming season. The placement of Reid-Foley on outright waivers may be just the first of several transactions, and fans will be keeping a close eye on the team's activity in the coming days and weeks.