Mets claim low-risk, high-reward right-handed relief pitcher off waivers

After playing collegiate baseball at Elon University, Adcock was selected by the Seattle Mariners in the eighth round, 246th overall, of the 2019 MLB draft.

The North Carolina native would have to wait three years to make his professional debut after dealing with shoulder impingement syndrome, the 2020 season being canceled and needing Tommy John Surgery. Following those early hiccups, Adcock worked his way up the Mariners system and made his big league debut on June 12, 2023, tossing two scoreless innings without allowing a base runner.

Adcock would finish his rookie season, pitching 15.2 innings across 12 appearances to a 3.45 ERA with a 0.702 WHIP and 11 strikeouts while not walking a single batter. The 27-year-old would be optioned to Triple-A Tacoma to start the 2024 season before the Mariners designated him for assignment.

The Tigers would then pick up Adcock and where he would struggle for their Triple-A affiliate, the Toledo Mud Hens. The North Carolina native would pitch six innings across six appearances to a 9.00 ERA with a 2.000 WHIP and nine strikeouts before again being designated for assignment.

What are the Mets getting in Adock?

Claiming Adcock is a low-risk, high-reward situation for the blue and orange. The Mets hope the 27-year-old can revitalize his career in Triple-A and become a solid bullpen option. The North Carolina native showed appealing traits to be a successful big-league reliever just a year ago, including an ability to command the strike zone while still possessing the stuff to get hitters to swing and miss.

Adcock will likely get a chance in the major leagues before the season concludes and could turn into a steal for the blue and orange.