Mets Sign Takahashi

ESPN sources suggest the Mets have agreed to terms with Japanese pitcher Hisanori Takahashi. It is a minor league contract. The 34 year old lefty has spent the last 10 season with the Yomiuri Giants. His record over that span was 79-66.

SNY Mets field reporter Kevin Burkhardt heard that Takahashi will not pitch out of the bullpen. Burkhardt tweeted, “I’m told Takahashi is not a bullpen option. (He is) A Glavine-type who will either make the rotation or find a place in Buffalo.”

Takahashi has the ability to start or relieve and is known to throw a screwball. 

Any pitching addition is good for the Mets. They need depth in their rotation in case of injury.