Dellin Betances posts a heartfelt message on his Instagram account after inking a one-year deal with the New York Mets.
On Tuesday, relief pitcher Dellin Betances came to a conclusion on what his next move would be. He ultimately signed a one-year deal with the New York Mets worth $10.5 million. If healthy, he’ll undoubtedly be an effective addition to the Mets bullpen, which struggled mightily in 2019.
After the news of the signing went public, Betances posted a heartfelt message on his Instagram account. He’s always been a New York guy, being that he grew up in Manhattan and spent eight years in the majors with the Yankees.
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Betances played with the Bombers in 2011 and then again from 2013-19. He spent the 2012 campaign portraying his talents for their Triple-A affiliate in Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
The right-hander has appeared in four All-Star Games (2014-17). Throughout his career in the majors (358 games, one start), Betances has amassed a 21-22 record with a 2.36 ERA and a 1.043 WHIP. He’s struck out 621 batters and walked 170 through 381.2 innings pitched.
Betances experienced a rough, injury-plagued campaign in 2019. He dealt with numerous setbacks to his right shoulder to begin the year and was eventually diagnosed with a bone spur. He finally pitched for the first time all season on Sept. 15 but tore his Achilles tendon in the appearance.
The injuries could’ve played a role in why the Mets didn’t offer him a longer deal.
New York will be looking for Betances to give its bullpen a boost. Last year, the Mets relievers were 25th in the majors with a combined ERA of 4.95.
