PORT ST. LUCIE — Kyle Dowdy’s “crazy” seven months have taken him from the Tigers to the Indians to the Mets. And if the 26-year-old pitcher doesn’t excel this spring, there is a good chance he will be on the move again.
As a Rule 5 draft pick, Dowdy must be placed on the Mets’ Opening Day roster (and remain there for the season) or offered back to the Indians, so the right-hander will receive careful consideration in the Grapefruit League.
Dowdy could be considered for the rotation if there is an injury, otherwise he is auditioning for the bullpen.