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The past few days have seen several North American-born relievers return to the Majors after pitching overseas. Anthony Kay becomes the latest, as the former first-round pick is reportedly joining the White Sox on a two-year deal.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / December 2

Former Gators Pitcher Finds New MLB Home with Braves

The Florida Gators will continue to have MLB representation in the southeast. The Atlanta Braves announced Tuesday morning that they had signed left-hander Danny Young to a one-year split contract.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 2

Braves boost pitching depth with latest addition

The Atlanta Braves are one of the few teams that had a very disappointing 2025 season. The Braves began the year 0-7 and were unable to climb back into playoff contention after such a rough start.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / December 2

Braves sign reliever Danny Young to 1-year split contract

The Atlanta Braves announced the signing of relief pitcher Danny Young to a one-year split contract on Tuesday. Young will be paid at a salaried rate of $925,000 when at the major league level, per an MLB Trade Rumors report.

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MLB News / SportsTalkATL / December 2

Braves sign reliever Danny Young

The Braves announced another small signing on Tuesday, inking a split contract with left-handed reliever Danny Young. Hardcore Braves fans should be familiar with Danny Young, as he made eight appearances with the club back in 2023, pitching to a very respectable 1.08 ERA with a 2.42 FIP over 8.1 innings.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / December 2

Former Braves Left-Hander Returning to Atlanta on Split Contract

The Atlanta Braves continue to bolster their bullpen option. They announced Tuesday morning that they had signed left-hander Danny Young to a one-year split contract.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / November 22

Non-Tendered Players Who Fit Mets in 2026

Friday’s non-tender deadline saw many players shockingly fail to receive contracts for the next season. In Mets land, Max Kranick, Danny Young, and José Castillo were the only players who didn’t receive deals.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / November 21

Mets tender contracts to all but Kranick, Young, and Castillo

Yesterday, our Lukas Vlahos laid out the cases for the Mets’ various non-tender candidates, highlighting eight players who could be considered on the bubble.

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New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 20

Mets are planning to non-tender lefty Danny Young

Young, 32 in May, underwent Tommy John surgery in May. He will therefore begin the 2026 season on the injured list.

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New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / June 26

Insiders call lefty hurler a fit for New York Mets

Ever since A.J. Minter and Danny Young suffered season-ending injuries in late April, the New York Mets have been searching for left-handed relief pitching.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / June 11

Could this righty trade target solve New York Mets' southpaw reliever woes?

It's no secret that the New York Mets are short on left-handed relievers at the moment. This comes in the wake of both A.J. Minter and Danny Young suffering season-ending injuries last month, which made it so the Mets had to search within their organization and externally for guys who could be relied upon to get righties out.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / May 24

Mets DFA left-handed reliever in flurry of roster moves

Following Friday night’s 13-inning marathon loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers, the New York Mets announced a series of roster moves. Hours before Saturday’s first pitch, the Mets recalled left-hander Brandon Waddell and versatile infielder Jared Young from Triple-A Syracuse.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / May 17

Mets Option Núñez, Add Castillo to Roster

The Mets optioned Dedniel Núñez to Triple-A Syracuse to make room for José Castillo on the roster. Castillo was acquired from the Diamondbacks Friday for cash considerations.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / May 16

Mets could target these veteran relief arms at trade deadline

The New York Mets are likely going to be looking for bullpen help ahead of the July 31 trade deadline after losing A.J. Minter (lat surgery) and Danny Young (Tommy John surgery) to season-ending injuries.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / May 14

An early look at left-handed relief options on the trade market

With A.J. Minter and Danny Young out for the season, let’s look at some potential options. Over the past ten days, the Mets have been able to avoid any significant issues with left-handed relief pitching since losing both A.J.

New York Mets News / Field Level Media / May 4

Tommy John surgery recommended for Mets reliever Danny Young

The New York Mets transferred left-handed reliever Danny Young to the 60-day injured list on Sunday now that team doctors have recommended he undergo Tommy John surgery.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 1

Mets down to an all righty bullpen after latest injury

The New York Mets are now left without a single left-handed reliever in their bullpen after Danny Young was placed on the 15-day injured list Wednesday with a sprained elbow—an injury that could require Tommy John surgery.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 30

Mets reliever may require Tommy John surgery

Tommy John surgery is on the table for Mets reliever Danny Young, manager Carlos Mendoza told reporters.

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New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / January 20

Ex-Mets Relief Pitcher Signs Minor League Deal With Reds

A former New York Mets bullpen piece is on the move. After finishing the 2024 season in Queens, southpaw Alex Young is returning to the Cincinnati Reds on a minor league deal with an invitation to Spring Training; MLB insider Jon Heyman of the New York Post was the first to report the signing.

New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / September 1, 2024