The Mets’ search for bullpen help is ongoing, but another veteran was added to the mix yesterday when right-hander Scott Atchison signed a minor league contract with the club.
Atchison, 36, appeared in 42 games for the Red Sox last season, going 2-1 with a 1.58 ERA. He has also pitched for the Mariners and Giants over six major league seasons. His signing includes an invite to the Mets’ major league camp.
The Mets will have no shortage of arms competing for bullpen jobs this spring. Atchison figures to battle Greg Burke, Jeurys Familia, Jenrry Mejia and Elvin Ramirez, among others, for a spot in the Mets’ bullpen.
But the team is still searching for a high-impact reliever, either through free agency or a trade.
Earlier this week, general manager Sandy Alderson indicated team officials could soon watch former Giants closer Brian Wilson throw again. The veteran righty, coming off Tommy John surgery, was limited to 20 pitches with little velocity in a private workout for the Mets earlier this month.
* The Mets avoided arbitration with second baseman Daniel Murphy by signing him to a one-year contract worth $2.925 million.