The New York Mets claimed left-hander Richard Lovelady off waivers from the Washington Nationals. Right-hander Justin Hagenman was placed on the 60-day injured list in the corresponding move.
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Lovelady is signed for the 2026 season on a split contract that he signed with the Mets in October. The deal guarantees a $350,000 salary in the minors and $1 million in the majors.
The left-hander has experienced significant roster movement recently. He was designated for assignment by the Mets in late January and then claimed by the Nationals. The Nationals designated him for assignment again to create roster space for newly-signed Zack Littell. Lovelady broke into the majors with the Kansas City Royals in 2019.