Mets Sign Luke Jackson to Minor League Contract

The New York Mets have secured a minor league contract with right-handed reliever Luke Jackson. The deal was confirmed by Will Sammon of The Athletic. Jackson, a client of the Beverly Hills Sports Council, has had an extensive career in Major League Baseball since his debut with the Texas Rangers in 2015.

Luke Jackson’s Career Overview

Over the course of ten seasons, Jackson has played for multiple teams. From 2017 to 2021, he was a key player for the Atlanta Braves. However, his career faced a setback in April 2022 when he underwent Tommy John surgery, sidelining him for that entire season.

Recent Performance

Jackson made a comeback with the San Francisco Giants in 2023. Following that, he split the 2025 season between the Rangers, Tigers, and Mariners. In total, he pitched 51 innings over 52 appearances during that year, achieving an overall ERA of 4.06.

• Strong Finish: Jackson had a notable late-season performance with a 2.38 ERA in 11.1 innings for the Mariners.
• Postseason Appearance: He pitched in three postseason games, allowing only one earned run in three innings.

Statistical Highlights

Jackson’s peak performance came in 2019 when he recorded 18 saves and a 1.3 fWAR. Despite a decline in velocity, he has maintained a career-long ability to induce groundballs. Notably, since the start of 2023, he has achieved a groundball rate of 51.1%, placing him in the top 20% of qualified relievers.

• Groundball Rate: Jackson has not dipped below a 50% groundball rate since 2019.
• Strikeout Rate: In 2025, his strikeout rate fell to 17.4%, highlighting a fluctuating pattern in his performance.

Mets Bullpen Dynamics

The addition of Luke Jackson to the Mets’ roster is strategic. With established relievers like Devin Williams and Luke Weaver managing late innings, other spots are filled by Huascar Brazobán, Tobias Myers, Richard Lovelady, and Sean Manaea.

• Potential Competition: Given Lovelady’s inconsistent performance and previous designations for assignment, he could be at risk of losing his spot if Jackson’s contract is selected.
• Rotation Adjustments: Manaea, traditionally a starter, may transition back to that role, further impacting the bullpen composition.

Considering Jackson’s experience and capabilities, it’s plausible that he will soon find a place in the Mets’ bullpen. The team continues to evaluate its roster dynamics in preparation for the upcoming season.