The Mets designated Frankie Montas for assignment after his 2025 season ended by injury and poor performance.

The New York Mets have designated Frankie Montas for assignment and will release him, ending his tenure after a disastrous 2025 season marred by injury and poor performance. Signed to a $34 million deal, Montas missed most of the year due to a lat strain and later tore his UCL, requiring Tommy John surgery. He posted a 6.28 ERA in 38.2 innings and failed to trigger his opt-out clause. The move clears a 40-man roster spot for prospect Nick Morabito ahead of the Rule 5 Draft. Montas, owed $17 million for 2026, is expected to seek a minor league deal.