RHP Adam Ottavino rides revolving door to free agency again

Field Level Media|published: Thu 10th April, 15:37 2025

MLB: Philadelphia Phillies at New York Mets

Sep 20, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets relief pitcher Adam Ottavino (0) reacts during the fourth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Right-hander Adam Ottavino elected free agency for the second time in a week after he was designated for assignment by the New York Yankees and cleared waivers.

Ottavino first was signed by the Yankees on April 1, was designated for assignment Friday then re-signed with them on Sunday. Another DFA has led to his current tour of free agency.

In the process, the veteran delivered three scoreless relief appearances for the Yankees. His first short stay with the club came about after reliever Devin Williams went on the three-day paternity list.

Ottavino could have elected a minor league assignment to remain with the Yankees but instead became a free agent.

In 15 major league seasons, the 39-year-old has gone 41-43 with 46 saves and a 3.48 ERA in 727 appearances (three starts). He has pitched in five different organizations, including the Colorado Rockies for seven seasons (2012-18) and the Yankees from 2019-20 before his brief stay this season.

--Field Level Media