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The Mets have some serious bullpen competition

Oct 4, 2022; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez (50) fist bumps relief pitcher Stephen Nogosek (85) during the seventh inning against the Washington Nationals at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

The New York Mets bullpen is new and improved from a year ago. Thanks to the re-signings of Edwin Diaz and Adam Ottavino along with the additions of David Robertson and Brooks Raley, the Mets’ relief pitching is much more reliable, at least on paper, in comparison to last season.

At the moment, the Mets have five presumed Opening Day roster locks in their bullpen.