Phil Maton

The Mets have declined their club option on Phil Maton.

Fantasy Impact

Maton will now be set to test the free agent market heading into the 2025 season. The 31-year-old veteran posted a 3.66 ERA and a 1.11 WHIP in 71 games last season.

Phil Maton delivered a flawless performance, securing a save as the Mets topped the Red Sox 4-1.

Fantasy Impact

He threw 12 pitches in a clean inning, allowing no hits or walks and striking out two. This outing is a bright spot in what has been a somewhat shaky season for Maton, given his 3.56 ERA and 4.64 FIP. His ability to close games without incident, as seen in this latest appearance, could hint at a more reliable role in high-pressure situations. However, fantasy managers should remain cautious; while his WHIP is commendable, his overall inconsistency and moderate strikeout rate might not anchor many fantasy rosters.

The Rays have traded Phil Maton to the Mets for a player to be named later or cash considerations.

Fantasy Impact

Maton will provide depth in the Mets bullpen as the Rays continue to trade away veteran pieces of their roster. The 31-year-old has a 4.58 ERA and a 1.33 WHIP in 40 games this season.

Phil Maton delivered a flawless outing in Wednesday's narrow 3-2 win over the Twins, securing his second save of the season.

Fantasy Impact

He tossed a perfect inning, striking out one without allowing any hits or walks. Despite this solid performance, Maton's season has been rocky, marked by a high 5.67 ERA and a 1.59 WHIP over 33 appearances. His save on Wednesday, while encouraging, does little to mask the underlying issues of high earned runs and a low strikeout rate (7.0 K/9). Fantasy managers should remain cautious, as his sporadic saves and high ERA make him a risky option for consistent closing duties.

Phil Maton secured a save in the Rays' 3-1 win over the Mets, tossing a hitless inning despite issuing a walk.

Fantasy Impact

This outing, marked by his ability to prevent runs but lack of strikeouts, slightly improves his troubling 6.39 ERA and 1.50 WHIP for the season. While Maton's save today adds a positive note, his overall performance this year, characterized by a low strikeout rate (7.1 K/9) and high FIP (6.57), suggests that fantasy managers should remain cautious. His role may continue to see high-leverage situations due to his ability to induce weak contact (.229 BABIP), but his inconsistency makes him a risky option in all but the deepest of leagues.