In early May, the Mets’ pitching staff was a little banged up. Steven Matz and Jason Vargas were both dealing with ailments, and Justin Wilson and Jeurys Familia were both on the injured list. With the team needing a spot starter who could also throw out of the bullpen, the Mets decided to make a small move to acquire Wilmer Font from the Rays in exchange for minor league pitcher Neraldo Catalina.
Font was not the boldest acquisition, but he was a somewhat interesting piece.