Mets Sign Hagenman and Walton, Bolster Roster

The New York Mets have made strategic moves in their offseason roster retooling by signing right-hander Justin Hagenman and infielder Donovan Walton. Hagenman, a former Boston Red Sox minor leaguer, signed a one-year major league contract with a split pay structure, and is expected to be a potential long reliever for the Mets in 2025. Meanwhile, Donovan Walton, who spent much of the 2024 season at the Giants' Triple-A affiliate, joins the Mets on a minor league deal as a veteran depth piece. Walton, a versatile middle infielder, will compete for a roster spot in spring training. These signings indicate the Mets' proactive approach to building a competitive team for the upcoming season.