The Mets’ refurbishment of their 40-man roster figures to include several options for a beleaguered bullpen.

To that end, the club on Tuesday claimed right-handed reliever Penn Murfee off waivers from the Mariners. 

Murfee, 29, underwent Tommy John surgery in July, meaning he likely won’t be a consideration for the Mets until late next season.

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Murfee appeared in 16 games for the Mariners this season and pitched to a 1.29 ERA with 16 strikeouts in 14 innings.

Murfee was also effective for the Mariners in 2022, when he appeared in 64 games and pitched to a 2.99 ERA.

The 29-year-old underwent Tommy John surgery in July, meaning he likely won’t be a consideration for the Mets until late next season.{ai:summary}<p>The Mets have added reliever Penn Murfee to their roster, despite him being injured and unlikely to play until next season. Murfee had a strong performance with the Mariners this season and in 2022. #sports</p>

Mets claim Penn Murfee off waivers from Mariners in long-term add for beleaguered bullpen

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