3) Chris Devenski
During Chris Devenski's rookie season in 2016, he was one of the best pitchers in the league. For the Astros, Devenski pitched 108.1 innings with a 2.16 ERA and 2.34 FIP. He kept the ball in the ballpark and only gave up 4 HR with a rate of 0.33 HR/9. He also demonstrated great control, averaging 1.66 BB/9. Devenski accumulated 2.1 fWAR as a RP, which tied him with Jeurys Familia and Kelvin Herrera for 10th in the MLB. Devenski was in the same company as Addison Reed, who finished with 2.4 fWAR for the Mets, and Edwin Diaz, who had 1.9 fWAR for the Mariners his rookie season.
In 2017, Devenski followed up with another strong season, pitching 80.2 innings with a 2.68 ERA and 3.49 FIP, and was named to the All-Star game. However, the righty showed signs of regression, as his HR/9 rose to 1.23 and his BB/9 increased to 2.90. But, his K/9 increased from 8.64 his rookie season to 11.16.
From 2018 to 2024, injuries and ineffectiveness has caused Devenski to bounce around the league, unable to perform at the high level of the beginning of his career. However, for the Mariners AAA club last season, Devenski pitched 23 innings with a 2.35 ERA, so he may have some left in the tank.
Whether you pitched overseas in Asia, converted from an outfielder to a pitcher, or trying to revive former glory, there are many different routes to find oneself back in an MLB bullpen. Waddell, Gose, and Devenski may surprisingly each contribute to the Mets bullpen in 2025.