The dust has settled following the MLB trade deadline, and few teams were as active as the New York Mets in reshaping their roster.
Over the course of the deadline period, the Mets moved more than 10 players in a clear indication that the organization had embraced a sell-off after a disappointing season.
While New York significantly bolstered its farm system by acquiring a wave of prospects, the influx of new talent also created a roster crunch. As a result, the Mets were forced to make additional moves, including releasing three-year MLB veteran Brandon Waddell ahead of their series against the Cleveland Guardians.
Mets Release Pitcher Brandon Waddell
The New York Mets have parted ways with left-handed pitcher Brandon Waddell, officially releasing him from the organization. The transaction was listed on the club’s latest roster update, which noted:
Aug. 3: “Syracuse Mets released LHP Brandon Waddell.”
Waddell, 32, owns experience across parts of three major league seasons. Although he did not appear in the majors for the Mets—or any other club—this year, he logged a career-high 31.1 innings with New York during the 2025 campaign.
Over the course of his MLB career, Waddell has spent time with five different organizations, serving in a variety of pitching roles.
His inability to return to the major league roster this season was largely due to ongoing shoulder problems. While pitching for Triple-A Syracuse, Waddell struggled in limited action, posting an ERA above 7.00 over just more than 11 innings of work.
Looking at Brandon Waddell’s MLB Career
Brandon Waddell first reached the major leagues in 2020 with the Pittsburgh Pirates, the organization that selected him in the draft. He made just one appearance that season, totaling 3.1 innings, before spending the 2021 campaign with three different organizations.
Following the 2021 season, Waddell was out of the majors for three years before resurfacing with the New York Mets in 2025.
During his time with New York last season, the 32-year-old logged a career-high 31.1 innings while recording a solid 3.45 ERA and 22 strikeouts. Waddell has never relied on overpowering velocity, instead succeeding with a finesse approach from the left side. However, a combination of control issues—11 walks in just over 31 innings—and persistent shoulder problems likely prevented him from earning another opportunity in the majors this year.
Now a free agent, Waddell is eligible to sign with any MLB organization willing to offer him a contract.
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