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The decision for Jack Flaherty to return to Detroit comes after a successful stint, where he served as a pivotal pitcher during the stretch run for the Tigers. Flaherty's deal, which amounts to a two-year pact with the possibility of an opt-out, raises questions about the Mets' previous strategies in the market. Was there a rush to make deals earlier, and should they have waited for better opportunities?
Contract comparisons show that Flaherty's deal is strikingly similar to Frankie Montas's two-year, $34 million contract with the Mets. Analyzing the contracts of these pitchers leads to discussions about the Mets’ approach and whether they could have landed better deals by holding off.