On Friday, the Mets and Rays finalized a trade, with Minor League right-handed pitcher Sean Harney being sent to the Mets in return for international bonus pool funds. At 26 years old, Harney was selected in the eighth round of the Draft by the Rays in 2022. He has recorded a 3.90 ERA, accumulating 124 […]
On Friday, the Mets and Rays finalized a trade, with Minor League right-handed pitcher Sean Harney being sent to the Mets in return for international bonus pool funds.
At 26 years old, Harney was selected in the eighth round of the Draft by the Rays in 2022. He has recorded a 3.90 ERA, accumulating 124 strikeouts and 44 walks over 124 2/3 innings in the Minor Leagues. Out of his 63 career appearances, 46 were in relief roles. This past season, he made 23 of his 27 appearances in Rookie-level, High-A, and Double-A leagues.
This year, Harney maintained a 3.54 ERA over 40 2/3 innings. He fanned 35 hitters, issued 13 walks, and limited opponents to a .225 batting average. A graduate of the University of Kentucky, Harney achieved a high level of performance, reaching Double-A Montgomery in 2023 and 2024.