The Mets just signed 25-year-old RHP Clint Everts to a one year, major league deal. In 2002, Everts was the fifth overall pick in the draft and headed to the Nationals (Expos at that time). Last season he went 8-1 with a 1.65 ERA (with six saves), all combined from his 09 stints in A+, AA, and AAA.
His minor league career numbers are 32-39 with a 3.98 ERA in 76 starts and 115 relief appearances.
My question is why didn't the National ever bring him up? Its not like their bullpen was anything to brag about anyways. Regardless, I'm excited. I feel that this was such a good move by Omar. This kid has so much talent with major upside. It sounds promising to sign a fifth overall pick, no matter how long ago it was. He was picked fifth for a reason, now its time to show it.
Other notable players from that draft are BJ Upton, Zack Greinke, Prince Fielder, Joe Saunders, Scott Kazmir, Cole Hamels and Matt Cain. Here's a fun fact, all these players (except Upton) listed above were all picked after Clint Everts was, so I guess that shows something.
Lets see if he can be a valuable commodity to the Mets organization. I sure hope so.
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