The New York Mets have locked in their backup catcher, Luis Torrens, with a two-year contract extension that will keep him in Queens through the 2028 season, according to multiple reports. The deal, announced just as Torrens celebrated his 30th birthday on Saturday, ensures stability behind the plate for the Mets' pitching staff.
Torrens was originally set to become a free agent at the end of the 2026 season. Under the new agreement, he will earn $11.5 million over the 2027 and 2028 seasons, averaging $5.75 million per year, as reported by The Athletic's Will Sammon. Additionally, Jon Heyman notes that Torrens can earn up to $2 million in performance incentives, adding value to a player who has proven his worth as a reliable defensive presence.
Since joining the Mets from the crosstown rival Yankees in May 2024 for cash considerations, Torrens has carved out a niche as a solid backup. This season, over 13 games and 30 at-bats, he's hitting .200 with two doubles and four RBI. Defensively, he's been sharp, catching four runners stealing while allowing just three stolen bases—a testament to his quick release and game-calling skills.
Over three seasons and 152 games with New York, Torrens boasts a .225 batting average with eight home runs, 24 doubles, one triple, and 48 RBI. His defensive prowess earned him a Gold Glove finalist nod in 2025, where he ranked in the 100th percentile for caught stealing above average, 97th percentile in pop time, and 82nd percentile in framing—numbers that any pitching staff would covet.
Torrens originally signed with the Yankees as an international free agent and made his MLB debut with the San Diego Padres in 2017. He played in San Diego through 2020 before a trade sent him to Seattle, where he stayed through 2022. After splitting the 2023 season between the Cubs and a brief return to the Mariners, he found his home in New York. For his career, Torrens is a .226 hitter with 27 home runs and 127 RBI, but it's his glove work that keeps him valuable in the big leagues.
For Mets fans, this extension signals a commitment to depth and defense—key ingredients for a team eyeing postseason success. Whether you're cheering from the stands or gearing up in Mets gear, Torrens' steady hand behind the plate is a reassuring sight.