Mets Secure Clay Holmes as New Starting Pitcher on Three-Year Deal

The New York Mets have signed pitcher Clay Holmes to a three-year, $38 million contract, with an opt-out option after the second year. Holmes, who previously played for the Yankees, will transition from a reliever to a starting pitcher for the Mets. Despite a mixed performance as a closer, Holmes has shown potential with his high ground-ball rates and strong postseason performance. The Mets are betting on his ability to adapt to a starting role, similar to other successful reliever-to-starter transitions in MLB.