In a major move to bolster their pitching rotation, the New York Mets have officially reached a mutual agreement to re-sign 36-year-old Colombian-American left-hander José Quintana. The veteran pitcher, who joined the Mets in 2023, will continue his tenure in Queens, providing stability and experience to the team’s starting rotation.
Quintana initially signed with the Mets on a two-year, $26 million deal before the 2023 season. Though injuries limited his contributions early on, he finished the 2024 season strong, posting a 2.77 ERA over his final 18 starts. His consistent performance and leadership on the mound made him a priority for the Mets as they look to solidify their pitching staff for the upcoming season.
The Mets have been aggressive in building a competitive team under new leadership, and keeping Quintana in the rotation was a strategic decision. His ability to pitch deep into games, limit walks, and provide veteran guidance to younger pitchers makes him an invaluable asset. With a career ERA of 3.75 and over 1,500 strikeouts, Quintana brings a wealth of experience that will benefit the Mets in their push for postseason success.
Re-signing Quintana is just one step in the Mets’ offseason plans. The team remains active in free agency and trade discussions as they seek to strengthen both their pitching and lineup depth. With the veteran lefty locked in, the focus now shifts to adding more firepower to complement the likes of Kodai Senga and other key arms in the rotation.
Mets fans can now look forward to seeing Quintana back in action at Citi Field, hoping that his steady presence on the mound will help lead the team to a deep playoff run in 2025.
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