Tommy Hunter

Tommy Hunter announced his retirement after 16 seasons in the MLB.

Fantasy Impact

Hunter pitched for seven different teams across his career. He pitched both as a starter and in relief, making his MLB debut in 2008 with the Rangers.

New York Mets reliever Tommy Hunter should be eligible to return from the injured list when eligible on April 19.

Fantasy Impact

Hunter threw live batting practice on April 11 and should be able to return to the Mets' bullpen on April 19 when first eligible. The right-hander has long dealt with back issues and has made just 22 appearances with the Mets over the last two seasons. He did work to a 2.42 ERA in 18 relief outings last season but has allowed five earned runs in four innings spanning two appearances early in the 2023 campaign.

Tommy Hunter pitched two perfect innings, with one strikeout.

Fantasy Impact

Hunter threw 17 pitches and allowed one hard-hit ball.

The Mets purchased the contract for pitcher Tommy Hunter on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact

Hunter will serve in a middle relief role after Jordan Yamamoto was sent down to the minors on Thursday. Hunter owned a 4.01 ERA across 24 2/3 innings for the Phillies in 2020.

Free agent reliever Tommy Hunter agreed to a minor-league deal with the New York Mets, per beat writer Tim Healey on Twitter.

Fantasy Impact

Hunter registered a 4.01 ERA, 1.14 WHIP, and 25:6 K/BB ratio over 24 2/3 innings with the Phillies last season. The veteran right-hander will compete for a spot in the Mets bullpen this spring.