The New York Mets made yet another move with the 2021 season in mind, trading for a young starter with MLB experience. The organization informed that they have acquired Jordan Yamamoto from the Miami Marlins, in exchange for minor league infielder Federico Polanco.
To make room for Yamamoto on the 40-man roster, the New York Mets decided to designate infielder Robel García for assignment.
Yamamoto is a 24-year-old right-handed pitcher that profiles as a back-of-the-rotation arm. He had been designated for assignment by the Marlins a few days ago.
The Mets are taking a chance on the young pitcher hoping that he can show the form that made him a revelation in 2019.