The New York Mets have signed nine-time All-Star closer Craig Kimbrel to a minor league contract, according to multiple reports Saturday. Jon Heyman of the New York Post was first to report the agreement.

With the New York Mets positioned as one of the most bolstered teams for the upcoming regular season, speculation is mounting regarding a potential acquisition target, as the Pittsburgh Pirates may be looking to make strategic roster changes.

With the Mets seemingly out of the Framber Valdez running, the Orioles may now be the franchise most likely to sign the left-hander.

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After an offseason of significant upheaval as far as their big league roster is concerned, the Mets struck a familiar tune Thursday, landing Dominican shortstop Wandy Asigen, MLB Pipeline's No. 2 prospect in the international class.