Mets sign Christopher Morel to minor-league contract

The New York Mets have signed former Chicago Cubs and Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Christopher Morel to a minor-league contract. Morel will report to Triple-A Syracuse before potentially joining the Mets' MLB roster. At age 27, he has played 499 MLB games, posting a batting average of.220 and 74 home runs. His recent performance with the Miami Marlins included 22 games with a.162 average, contributing to his availability as a free agent. The contract includes multiple opt-outs for Morel, indicating a chance for a major league call-up or else he may seek another opportunity.

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