Hector Neris Hits Free-Agent Market
1 year agoHouston Astros relief pitcher Hector Neris has declined his $8.5 million player option for the 2024 season and is now a free agent, according to a source. Neris should be in line for a nice deal on the open market this winter after recording a stellar 1.71 ERA (3.83 FIP) and 1.05 WHIP while picking up two saves, walking 31 and striking out 77 in 68 1/3 innings over his 71 appearances out of Houston's bullpen during the regular season. The 34-year-old right-hander will receive a $1 million buyout after declining his option. His 2023 campaign was the best so far of his 10-year big-league career, so it makes sense for him to go out and try to capitalize on it on the open market. Neris has 89 career saves, so he could be an option as a primary closer for a team looking to upgrade the back end of their bullpen.
Source: The Athletic - Chandler Rome
Source: The Athletic - Chandler Rome