Bryan Hudson Traded to Mets by White Sox

The Chicago White Sox struck a cash-based deal to send lefty reliever Bryan Hudson to the New York Mets. Chicago opened a roster spot for outfielder Austin Hays in the process.

In a paired move, the Mets put right-hander Reed Garrett on the 60-day injured list. That cleared a roster spot as they officially announced both transactions.

This article digs into what the trade means for each team, Hudson’s recent ups and downs, and how the Mets are scrambling for left-handed relief as Opening Day creeps closer.

Trade details and immediate fallout

The White Sox shipped Hudson to the Mets for cash, according to reports. Chicago had designated Hudson for assignment last week to make room for Hays, so they were clearly feeling a roster squeeze and wanted to shore up their depth before the season started.

The Mets, meanwhile, moved Garrett to the 60-day IL. Announcing both moves at once helped them sort out roster logistics and keep their bullpen options open for the coming months.

Bryan Hudson, now 28, spent part of 2024 with Milwaukee before joining Chicago. With the Brewers, he worked as a reliable multi-inning reliever, posting a 1.73 ERA over 62 2/3 innings, notching 14 holds and six wins.

But 2025 brought a different story. Hudson’s command faltered—he walked nine in just 8 2/3 innings and bounced between Triple-A and the majors before the White Sox grabbed him off waivers.

Landing with the Mets gives Hudson another shot in a new bullpen. His past flashes of effectiveness hint that he could become a left-handed option in high-leverage spots, if he can recapture his old command.

The Mets are watching their late-inning mix closely with Opening Day looming. A.J. Minter is still recovering from lat surgery and might not be ready, so a second lefty in the bullpen suddenly feels crucial.

Right now, Brooks Raley is the only lefty in the late innings with a solid track record. That makes Hudson’s arrival a bit more interesting—if he finds his footing, he could carve out a role.

Bryan Hudson’s trajectory: from Brewers to White Sox and what changed

Hudson’s best stretch came in 2024 with the Brewers. He posted a 1.73 ERA over 62 2/3 innings, collecting 14 holds and six wins, and became a trusted lefty in their bullpen down the stretch.

But reality hit in 2025. His strike rate dropped to 57.9%, his four-seamer velocity slipped to 90.5 mph, and his Stuff+ fell from 100 to 94. That’s a lot of red flags in a league that punishes missed locations and flat pitches.

The White Sox picked him up, hoping for some organizational depth. Now the Mets are taking their own look, wondering if a change of scenery can spark a turnaround.

For New York, Hudson is basically a lottery ticket for left-handed depth. Maybe he bridges to the righty late-inning arms, or maybe he surprises and finds a niche when matchups get tight.

The cash deal shows how practical this move is—low risk, possible reward, and a way to patch together a bullpen during a hectic spring.

Mets bullpen plan and Opening Day considerations

The Mets’ bullpen is in flux with Minter’s rehab and Garrett’s injury. If A.J. Minter isn’t ready for Opening Day, New York will have to lean more on its right-handers and the remaining lefty arm, hoping Hudson can recapture his 2024 command.

Brooks Raley is still the main lefty in the late innings, which puts extra pressure on the Mets to find another steady southpaw if Minter’s recovery drags on.

• Hudson gives the Mets an outside left-handed option who could be used in high-leverage spots, depending on how he looks in camp and how the roster shakes out.
• Garrett’s season-ending injury opens a bullpen spot that the Mets will scramble to fill, either internally or with more moves before the opener.
• The team needs to juggle long-relief depth with the growing need for late-inning lefties, especially while Minter is still working his way back.

Garrett’s injury and the 60-day IL impact

Garrett will miss the entire 2026 season. He had Tommy John surgery in October, so the Mets put him on the 60-day IL right away.

New York now has to patch together a plan. They’ll lean on internal arms and maybe look for outside help while Garrett recovers.

The Hudson trade, especially with Garrett out, hints at a wider strategy. The Mets seem determined to keep their bullpen flexible and ready to adapt as Opening Day gets closer.

 
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