SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Seth Lugo is a bullpen weapon. Seth Lugo potentially projects to be a No. 3-type starter by possessing a strong four-pitch mix.
Lugo’s versatility provides what Brodie Van Wagenen termed “a unique opportunity” to let the market dictate how the Mets will configure their pitching next season. The Mets are canvassing which starters and relievers are available in trades and free agency and their costs. Whichever desired player can be obtained within the Mets’ budget will dictate what role Lugo will play next year. Land relievers, he starts. Bulk up the rotation, he returns to the bullpen.