Overlooked Padres free agent is a more realistic option for the NY Mets than Adrian Morejon

Rising Apple's Tim Boyle argues that San Diego Padres free-agent reliever Jason Adam represents a more realistic free-agency target for the New York Mets than Adrian Morejon. While Morejon could receive a qualifying offer and command higher salaries, Boyle suggests Adam would provide valuable bullpen depth on a more affordable, short-term deal.

Adam posted a 2.62 ERA across 38 appearances for San Diego last season despite missing substantial time with a shoulder injury. Boyle highlights that while Adam experienced drops in fastball velocity and strikeout rates, his strong track record and secondary pitches make him a sensible bounce-back candidate on a potential one-year contract.