Cedric Mullins’ contract with the Mets secures a veteran outfielder on a $8.7M deal, balancing proven production with flexibility as New York shapes its long‑term roster vision. Check all about his salary and more.

The center fielder, who got his first action with the Mets over the weekend against the Giants, described the quick turnaround he faced after his trade from the Orioles as a bit of a whirlwind.

Mullins arrived Friday about 2 1/2 hours before first pitch and was activated on the roster but not inserted into the starting lineup.