Cleveland Guardians ace Shane Bieber is set to return to the mound after agreeing to a one-year, $14 million contract with the team. The deal also includes a $16 million option for the 2026 season, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan.
Bieber’s 2023 season was cut short after a promising start, requiring Tommy John surgery following two scoreless outings and 20 strikeouts in 12 innings. Passan reports that the Guardians anticipate bieber’s return to the rotation sometime in the middle of the 2024 season.
The 2020 American League Cy Young award winner, Bieber boasts a career 3.22 ERA and a 62-32 record in 134 starts as being drafted by Cleveland in the fourth round in 2016. He delivered a dominant performance in 2020, posting a remarkable 1.60 ERA in 77.1 innings.
Holmes Joins Mets Bullpen
In another significant move, relief pitcher Clay Holmes has inked a three-year, $38 million contract with the New York Mets, a source confirmed to the Associated Press. The deal will see Holmes earn $13 million annually for the first two years, followed by $12 million in 2027. The 31-year-old right-hander also retains the option to become a free agent after the 2026 season.
Holmes emerged as a dominant force in the New York Yankees bullpen after being acquired from the Pittsburgh Pirates in July 2021. Though, he faced some control issues this past season, leading to Luke Weaver taking over closing duties. Despite the challenges, Holmes finished the 2023 campaign with a 3-5 record, a 3.14 ERA, and 30 saves in 67 appearances. He led Major League Baseball with 13 blown saves.
“I’m excited to join the Mets and contribute to their success,” Holmes said. “I believe in my abilities and I’m confident I can help this team compete for a championship.”
The Mets’ acquisition of Holmes adds a proven closer to their bullpen, bolstering their pitching staff as they aim to contend in the highly competitive National League East.
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