Mets trade for Mariners reliever Ryne Stanek

The Mets are bolstering their bullpen before the 2024 trade deadline.

According to SNY’s Andy Martino, the Mets are acquiring right-hander Ryne Stanek from the Seattle Mariners for minor league outfielder Rhylan Thomas.

Stanek, 33, was having a solid season with the Mariners. In 46 appearances, Stanek pitched to a 4.38 ERA and a 1.33 WHIP. He also has 44 strikeouts over 39.0 innings pitched. Stanek has made seven saves in 11 opportunities, so he has that ability in late innings.

To make room for Stanek on the roster, the Mets designated LHP Josh Walker for assignment after Friday’s game.

The move comes hours after the Mets placed Dedniel Nunez on the IL with an elbow strain and Martino’s report on Friday that the Mets are “going for it” this deadline season.

Stanek is the second reliever the Mets have acquired this season after New York traded for RHP Phil Maton from the Tampa Bay Rays in early July.

Thomas, 24, slashed .265/.318/.387 with five home runs and 31 RBI this season between Double-A and Triple-A. The Mets drafted him in the 11th round of the 2022 MLB Draft out of USC.