With the deadline looming to protect players from the Rule 5 draft, the New York Mets added five players to the 40-man roster to protect them from the opposition. The Mets added shortstop Amed Rosario, catcher Tomas Nido, outfielder Wuilmer Becerra, and right-handed pitchers Chris Flexen and Marcos Molina.
They did leave right-handed relief prospect Paul Sewald and outfielder Champ Stuart up for grabs
Paul Sewald has had a very successful minor league career, and much like his snub from getting a September call-up last season, it is very surprising to see him be left off the 40-man roster.