Mets Acquire Outfielder Jose Siri from Rays in Trade for Reliever Eric Orze

The New York Mets have made a significant move in the offseason by acquiring outfielder Jose Siri from the Tampa Bay Rays. According to reports from MLB.com‘s Anthony DiComo, the Mets are trading right-handed reliever Eric Orze to the Rays in exchange for Siri.

Jose Siri, who turned 29 in July, has spent the past three years with the Tampa Bay Rays. His 2023 season was particularly notable, as he achieved a 105 OPS+ and had his best hitting year to date. This performance made him an attractive asset for teams looking to bolster their outfield.

The Mets are likely to utilize Siri in center field, potentially filling a role that could be vacated or shared with current center fielder Harrison Bader. Siri’s addition brings a player who was worth 2.6 fWAR in 2023, indicating his significant value on the field.

This trade marks an early move in the offseason for the Mets as they look to strengthen their roster for the upcoming season. The acquisition of Siri highlights the team’s focus on improving their outfield depth and defensive capabilities.