Mets Claim Jack Anderson Off Waivers
New York adds the 26-year-old right-hander from Minnesota to fill its one open 40-man roster spot.
Updated on Nov. 2, 2026 in Baseball
The New York Mets claimed right-handed pitcher Jack Anderson off waivers from the Minnesota Twins, using their one open spot on the 40-man roster. No corresponding roster move was required.
Why it matters
The claim adds an arm to a roster that was otherwise full ahead of the roster trim deadline. Anderson, who has already moved between two clubs this season, gives the Mets a pitcher with major league experience for the coming season.
Anderson allowed three earned runs over 12.1 innings across seven appearances in 2026, with three appearances for Boston in April and the remainder split between Triple-A and Minnesota. His role with the Mets has not been specified.
The players
Jack Anderson
Jack Anderson is a 26-year-old right-handed pitcher who made his major league debut in 2026 and has since pitched for both the Boston Red Sox and Minnesota Twins.
New York Mets
The New York Mets are a Major League Baseball franchise based in New York City that competes in the National League East.
Minnesota Twins
The Minnesota Twins are a Major League Baseball franchise based in Minneapolis that competes in the American League Central.
The details
The Twins had placed Anderson on waivers in July after optioning him to the minors, and the Mets claimed him on November 2, 2026, before free agency opened. The Mets did not need to make a corresponding move to add him.
Timeline
April 2026: Anderson made his brief MLB debut with the Boston Red Sox, appearing in three games.
July 2026: Anderson was optioned to the minors and placed on waivers.
November 2, 2026: The Mets claimed Anderson off waivers.
Season Trajectory
Waiver claims under MLB's 40-man roster rules are a routine way for clubs to add depth at low cost during the offseason. Anderson's move between Boston, Minnesota, and New York reflects how quickly pitchers at the fringe of the roster can change organizations.
Anderson's addition gives the Mets another arm for depth but does not change the club's position in the standings. Fantasy managers tracking Mets pitching should watch for his role once the roster is finalized.
The takeaway
Roster claims like this one show how clubs use open 40-man spots to add depth before the offseason roster deadlines. For fans, the moves are small but reveal how quickly a pitcher can change teams.
Further reading
For more on the Mets' roster moves, browse Baseball coverage on Wisevoter.
