Washington Nationals sign intriguing former Mets reliever Max Kranick
Before going down with an injury, Max Kranick was a solid arm for the Mets, now he is signing with the Nats
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 25: (NEW YORK DAILIES OUT) Max Kranick #32 of the New York Mets in action against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Citi Field on May 25, 2025 in New York City. The Mets defeated the Dodgers 3-1. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images) | Getty Images We may have just written about how the Nats bullpen was turning things around, but Paul Toboni is always on the lookout for new arms.
The Nats have reportedly signed Max Kranick to a deal that is pending a physical. Before going down with an injury, Kranick was a solid arm in the Mets bullpen, posting a 3. 65 ERA in 37 innings.
Right-hander Max Kranick and the Washington Nationals are in agreement on a deal, pending physical, league sources tell The Athletic. ā Will Sammon (@WillSammon) May 1, 2026 After making the Mets out of camp last season, Kranick was a valuable multi-inning reliever for them. He showed off a solid combination of good stuff and great control.
Kranick only walked 5 batters in 37 innings last year. He also averaged 95. 6 MPH on his fastball.